Chlum Castle Ruins
Zřícenina hradu Chlum
Parking available
Explore the historic Chlum Castle Ruins, the ancestral seat of the powerful Slavata family, founded after 1276. Expanded with progressive earthen bastions in the 15th century, it was damaged during the Thirty Years' War, leaving remnants of a palace and vaulted cellars.

📜 Medieval stronghold and ancestral seat of the Slavata family.
🔍 Founded after 1276, expanded in 15th century.

Why Go

✨ See impressive remnants of the palace, a bastion, and three vaulted underground rooms carved into rock.
🛡️ Learn about its strategic importance, fortified in the 15th century with progressive earthen bastions.
🆓 Free access to a protected cultural monument.
💰 Uncover local legends of a hidden treasure within its extensive cellars.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Some parts of the ruin can be dangerous due to unsecured cellar entries; caution is advised.
🚧 The ruins are partially overgrown and integrated into village development, making them difficult to find.
🗑️ Visitors have noted the presence of rubbish in some areas.

Tips

❓ Ask locals for directions as the ruins are hard to find.

🅿️ Parking

Parking is available in the village, but you may need to search for a spot.

Cost

💰 Free access.

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