Velhartice Castle

One of the fi rst owners and builders of the castle Bušek of Velhartice and his son were favourite and faithful chamberlains of the King and Emperor Charles IV.

The strong bonds of friendship among them became an inspiration for great many poets, writers and fi lm-makers.



Why visit

The romantic atmosphere of the ancient castle together with its unusual defence system is amplifi ed by the forested hillsides of one of the most beautiful Šumava valleys.

More information
AddressHrad Velhartice, 341 42 Kolinec
Phone+420 376 583 315
Emailinfo@hradvelhartice.cz
Webwww.hradvelhartice.cz
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