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The Top 20 Castles around Jihočeský kraj

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from around Jihočeský kraj. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Český Krumlov Castle Tower

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The castle tower of Český Krumlov offers breathtaking views. You can see the Vltava River meandering around the old town, hundreds of historic buildings and bridges, as well as extensive parks and gardens. It is worth climbing the 162 steps.

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Vítkův Hrádek Castle Ruins

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The place deserves a visit

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Hluboká Castle

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Very nice castle that is definitely worth the way there. You have to park at the bottom of the village and then go upstairs. You only need tickets to see the buildings from the inside, everything else is free.

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Zvíkov Castle

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This is very interesting place with scary legends and beatiful views!!

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Dívčí Kámen Castle Ruins

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Very beautiful and quite large castle ruins

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Rožmberk Castle

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Rožmberk Castle is located 20 km south of Český Krumlov, on an elongated rocky outcrop above the Vltava River.

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View of Český Krumlov's Old Town

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This is an incredible city. I want to come back here again and again. The view from the arch bridge to the old town is probably the most amazing sight …

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Town of Nová Bystřice

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Nová Bystřice is also the terminus of the narrow-gauge railway from Jindřichův

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Nové Hrady Chateau

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The rococo palace was built between 1774 and 1777 on behalf of Count Johann Anton Joseph Harbuval-Chamaré. The architect Josef Jäger designed it in the style of French summer residences. …

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Landstein Castle

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Landstein Castle was built after 1222 at the latest to secure the then troubled Bohemian-Austrian border. It was probably built on the initiative of the Bohemian King Ottokar I Přemysl.

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The Top 20 Castles around Jihočeský kraj

Český Krumlov Castle Tower

Vítkův Hrádek Castle Ruins

Hluboká Castle

Zvíkov Castle

Dívčí Kámen Castle Ruins

Rožmberk Castle

View of Český Krumlov's Old Town

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