Rabštejn Rock City and Castle Ruins
Zřícenina hradu Rabštejn v Jeseníkách
Explore Rabštejn, North Moravia's largest rock city and the dramatic ruins of a 13th-century castle in the Jeseníky mountains, a top spot for climbers and hikers.

📜 Explore the dramatic ruins of Rabštejn Castle, once the highest-situated castle in historical Moravia, perched on two high rock formations (25 and 35m).
🧗 Discover North Moravia's largest rock city, a renowned destination for climbers with over 200 routes and hikers, offering breathtaking views and historical intrigue.

Why Go

🏰 See remnants of a 13th-century castle, founded by Hrabiše ze Švábenic and first documented in 1318.
🧗‍♂️ Enjoy diverse climbing on firm rock, suitable for all skill levels.
🌲 Hike through the beautiful Rabštejn Nature Reserve in the Jeseníky mountains.
📸 Climb a wooden ladder through a rock crevice for stunning panoramic views.

Why Avoid

🧗‍♀️ The final ascent to the viewpoint is steep and requires climbing a ladder.
♿ Not accessible for strollers or wheelchairs due to rugged terrain.

🚶 Hiking Trails

🔵 Blue trail from Skřítek saddle (approx. 7.5 km).
🟡 Yellow trail from Rýmařov (approx. 11 km).
🔴 Red trail from Bedřichov (approx. 3 km).

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Park at the Rabštejnská Lesovna lot or at the Skřítek mountain saddle.

🍽️ Food & Lodging

🏡 The Rabštejn mountain hut is less than 1 km away, offering food, drinks, and accommodation.