Rokštejn Castle Ruins
Zřícenina hradu Rokštejn
Explore Rokštejn Castle Ruins, a historical gem in the Czech-Moravian Highlands, renowned for extensive archaeological research, unique finds, and advanced medieval heating systems.

📜 Large castle ruin, first mentioned in 1289, perched on a rocky promontory above the Brtnice river valley.
🔍 Originally an early Gothic castle, extensively rebuilt in the 14th century, it's one of the best-researched medieval castles in the Czech Republic, featuring a 17m high prismatic tower and remains of two palaces.

Why Go

🏰 Explore a significant historical and archaeological site with triple fortifications
🦴 Discover unique finds like a newborn skeleton and the largest collection of bone dice in Central Europe
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy scenic hiking along the popular trail through the picturesque Brtnice Valley
📚 Learn about its advanced 14th-century warm-air heating system

Cost

💰 Entry to the grounds is free year-round.

Hours

🕒 Open daily, year-round.

Getting There

🚆 Best reached from Přímělkov train station, 3 km along the green marked trail.
🚌 Alternatively, bus to Brtnice, then an 8 km walk or cross-country ski through the scenic Brtnice river valley.
🚶‍♀️ From the castle, it's about 2 km to Přímělkov or Dolní Smrčné train stations.