The stud farm was founded in 1579 in order to breed a hefty draft horses with Spanish blood intended for use at the imperial court. The stud farm burned down in 1757, but the breeds were saved and in 1799 horses of Italian origin were imported and these horses that are now considered the founders of the local livestock thoroughbred white horses. Breeding was very difficult to maintain, especially after the establishment of Czechoslovakia, when the horses used at the imperial court in Vienna were not returned, and in addition the last two stallions in Kladruby died. It was a great joy that two colts were born, making the breeding preserved.

In 2014, the reconstruction of old stables including renovation of 20 buildings began and cost about 300 mil. CZK. During the construction work, the gold and marble plaque was found. The historical piece was from the reign of Emperor Franz Joseph I, who spent the night at a local chateau, along with Empress Elisabeth, who was an excellent rider. The Empress even tried the circuit Velká Pardubická Steeplechase, one of the most difficult obstacle courses in the world. The stud farm was officially reopened after the reconstruction in June 2016.

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