en.infoglobe.cz » LOCALITIES » Castles » Castle of Velhartice

Castle of Velhartice - Czech republic

Castles

Castle of Velhartice
Locality type: Castles
Continent: Europe
State (country): Czech republic
Place: Klatovy district

Nerby the river: Ostružná

 

castle VelharticeThis castle with its wing presents an important monument of fortress tecnics. It is situated on a hill in the community of the same name, 10 kms distant from town of Sušice.

Arrival, parking

You drive from Strakonice and follow the road in Sušice direction (roads Nos. 22 and 169), further, you continue along road No. 187, from here, you find marked branch-line. From Klatovy, your way will follow roads Nos. 27 and 171. As to parking, you can leave your car near to the castle on a square.

History

The castle was founded on break of 13th and 14th century. Its main part is formed by Putna Tower (Butt Tower) and a big stony bridge. In 15th century, there were hidden Bohemian  Coronation Jewels. In 17th century, there was constructed new castle wing nearby. The last owner lived here till 1946.

castle VelharticePresent time

Oblong ground-plan contains several lodge-and farmers buildings including several protective elements, joined together in one unit.

Interesting fact

Bušek of Velhartice lived here in 14th century. He acted as a Lord Chamberlain of King Charles IV. Writer Jan Neruda mentioned their friendship in his poem.

Recommandation

The castle is open for public since 1999. There are three guided tours available. First circle is dedicated to castle-exteriors. You can follow the way of life in Middle Ages by means of chess-play. Second circle leads through castle interior rooms, where you can follow the entertainment in past. Audio-video programme presents the castle-history as well as reconstruction works.

 

Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Johan N, Michal Jarkovský, č.2

 

Place

Czech republic

Partners:

We were awarded the certificate even thanks to you!

Dôveryhodná firma 2017

 

Localities:

Region
Mountain
River

Important Information:

Information and warnings on travelling abroad is to be found HERE.

Mobile application:

aplikácia Infoglobe

stiahnuť zadarmo pre Androidstiahnuť zadarmo pre iPhone

 

 

Today:tuesday 19. 3. 2024
Holiday:Josef
Today:
tuesday 19.3.
-3 °C
Tomorrow:
wednesday 20.3.
0 °C

TIP: INFOGLOBE app is available for your device, download HERE.

X

TIP: INFOGLOBE app is available for your device, download HERE.

X