📜 Rabí Castle is the largest castle ruin in Bohemia (Czech Republic), dating from the early 13th century. Known for its extensive Gothic architecture, advanced defense system, and three kilometers of medieval fortifications, it protected a trade route and gold placers along the Otava River. # Why Go 🏰 Explore the largest castle ruin in Bohemia and its extensive Gothic architecture. 🏞️ Enjoy panoramic views of Southwestern Bohemia, cycling, and hiking along the Otava River. 🚶 Discover deep cellars, a historic well, and medieval tile exhibitions. 🏹 Experience cultural events, historical tours, and try archery, crossbows, trebuchets, or knife throwing. # Why Avoid ♿ Limited accessibility for wheelchairs due to steep terrain, steps, and beyond the main courtyard. 👶 No facilities for mothers with small children. 🅿️ Parking can be full, especially in high season, with a long walk from the official car park (~800m). # Tips 🐾 Leashed pets are permitted free of charge (except assistance dogs). 💳 Credit cards accepted for admission. 📸 Photography allowed for private use (no tripods/selfie sticks/drones without consent). ☔ Refreshments and snacks available at the courtyard stand in summer. ⚠️ Uneven surfaces and stairs, watch your step. # Cost 💰 Tower: Adults 180 CZK, Seniors/Youth/Disabled 140 CZK, Children 50 CZK. Palace: Adults 160 CZK, Seniors/Youth/Disabled 130 CZK, Children 50 CZK. Courtyard: 60 CZK. Children under 5 free. Discounts available. # Hours 🕒 Closed from November 3 to April 1. Open daily April-October. Last tour typically 16:00 (Apr, May, Sep, Oct) or 17:00 (Jun, Jul, Aug). # Parking 🅿️ Managed by Rabí Municipal Authority. High season: cars 100 CZK/day (on southern periphery), buses 150 CZK/day, motorcycles free. Off-season: cars 50 CZK/day (in town square), buses 150 CZK/day, motorcycles free. Payment at meter or to authorized person. # Toilets 🚻 Not on castle premises, ~100m away at house number 50. # Food 🥞 Pancakes, organic ciders, and local bee products available. 🍽️ Nearby: one pub, two fast-food, and two grocery stores. # Cycling 🚴‍♀️ No bike stands or storage within the castle, please use stands below the castle.