In 145, Hardegg was first mentioned in a certificate from Elisabeth von Schleunz, and “Otto de Hardeck” is cited as a witness to the donation. But before that there was …
Relatively well-preserved castle ruins. Definitely worth a detour if you are hiking through the Kajatal from the Thaya up towards Merkersdorf. It is not always open though.
The castle was first mentioned in 1343. In the 15th century it was occupied by the Hungarians under Matthias Corvinus. Emperor Frederick III won the building back and in 1497 …