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Czechia- the land of a 1000 castles

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Czechia lies in central Europe and is known to many as the heart of Europe. Czechia is home to more than 1200 castles and châteaux, which are spread all over the country. Along with the castles come stunning gardens, fortresses, scenic landscapes, and numerous legends. 

Depending on the castle you decide to visit, some tours will include tour guides with historical costumes, music and other customs that originate from the specific castle. You might have already heard of and visited the Prague castle, which is known as one of the most important sights when visiting the Czech capital. This article will aim to cover some of the most prominent and beautiful castles in Czechia; however, the list is not exhaustive.

Prague Castle
Prague Castle
119 08 Prague 1, Czechia

Chateau Nove Mesto nad Metuji

One of my favorites on the list is the Chateau Nove Mesto nad Metuji, which is probably one of the most unique castle structures I have seen. Because of its significance, it is also on the list of Czech National Cultural Landmarks. This castle pretty much has it all, from amazing gardens, perfect view, and unique architecture. The chateau is located around 150 kilometers from Prague, close to the town of Hradec Kralove.

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Chateau Nove Mesto nad Metuji
Chateau Nove Mesto nad Metuji
549 01 Nové Město nad Metují, Czechia

Castle Kasperk

Next on my list would be Castle Kasperk, located on a mountain called Kasperske Hory (mountains). It is also the highest located castle in all of Czechia and dates back to 1356 as it served as a surveillance point for the gold-rich region. Once you reach the castle you will be mesmerized by its gothic architecture, and most importantly an incredible view of the Sumava National Park. Note that Sumava national park is a popular place for hikers and anyone else with an outdoor spirit.

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Šumava National Park
Šumava National Park
XJCM+R7 Borová Lada, Czechia
Castle Kasperk
Castle Kasperk
Žlíbek 55, 341 92 Kašperské Hory, Czechia

Divci Kamen

Divci Kamen (maiden stone) is a rather famous castle in Czechia but what is most interesting about it, is that it’s actually abandoned. The castle is made out of gothic style architecture and resides on a rocky hilltop, right next to the river Vltava. The Vltava also runs through the capital Prague. It is located close to Cesky Krumlov about 170 kilometers south from Prague. 

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Divci Kamen
Divci Kamen
382 03 Křemže, Czechia
Svornosti square
Svornosti square
nám. Svornosti 5, Vnitřní Město, 381 01 Český Krumlov-Český Krumlov 1, Czechia

Hruba Skala

Hruba Skala is a renaissance castle that transformed into a luxury hotel. It is situated close to the town of Turnov, and in the middle of the Bohemian Paradise. The fort resides on a hill of rocks, which measure up to 60 meters in height. Even though this castle has turned into a hotel, it is still possible to visit its courtyard and the castle tower. If you would like a full fairytale experience, you can also plan your wedding at the castle, and arrive at the venue on a horse carriage. 

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Hruba Skala
Hruba Skala
Hrubá Skála, Czechia

Karlstejn castle

Karlstejn Castle is one of the most known castles in Czechia. The palace holds the Czech crown jewels on display and is definitely a must-see. You can find more details about the castle in a separate story. 

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Karlštejn Castle
Karlštejn Castle
267 18 Karlštejn, Czechia

Zvikov Castle

Zvikov Castle is yet another fairytale-like castle, which has an attached bridge to it and gates- just like in the old times. It is surrounded by nature, hilltops, rocks, and water, and has an incredible view of the Vltava River. 

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Zvikov Castle
Zvikov Castle
Zvíkovské Podhradí 1, 397 01 Zvíkovské Podhradí, Czechia

Bitov castle

Last but certainly not least on my list is the Bitov castle, which is probably one of the oldest but most romantic castles. Bitov castle dates back to the 11th century, and it is also the largest castles located in the Moravian region. It is located around 25 kilometers from Znojmo (which is definitely worth a visit as well). 

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Bitov castle
Bitov castle
Bítov 1, 671 07 Bítov, Czechia
Znojmo
Znojmo
Znojmo, Czechia

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My name is Maša, born in Croatia but grew up in Prague. I have a great passion for gastronomy, yoga and languages. Follow my journey, as we travel through Denmark and Czechia.

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