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Ruin of Zvířetice Castle
This Gothic castle, which was gradually rebuilt into a Renaissance château with Baroque elements, has had its fair share of ups and downs, however, its story has a happy ending – a recent virtual graphics project has breathed new life into this unique landmark and ensured that this noble residence, whose origins date back to the middle ages, will never be forgotten.
It was founded in 1287 as a Gothic stronghold and rebuilt in the 16th century into a Renaissance château. The golden age of the château was the Baroque period, however, its noble owners subsequently relocated to other manors, and the importance of this residence entered into a decline. For a long time the abandoned structure was of little interest to anybody, however, in the 19th century the area became a popular destination among hikers and artists seeking inspiration. The mysterious ruins even piqued the interest of one of the most famous Czech poets, Karel Hynek Mácha. Thanks to a modern virtual project, it is now possible to see Zvířetice the way it looked back in its greatest glory days.
The castle is open for free.
Ruins of castles of the Mladá Boleslav area
Perhaps the most famous wanderer of the Czech castles, the poet Karel Hynek Mácha, drew quite a few picturesque ruins of castles into his sketchbook during his journeys. It was for instance the ruin of Michalovice castle which is situated in the Mladá Boleslav area. It is located on the threshold of the city Mladá Boleslav and its huge tower is leaning so much that you may notice it even when you are a kilometre far. Yet it is possible to ascend the tower safely and you may feast your eyes on the beautiful view of the Jizera river valley.
Bakov nad Jizerou, 294 01
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www.zviretice.cz
April - June Tu 9:30 - 14:00 open
We - Fr 9:30 - 15:00 open
Sa - Su 9:30 - 17:30 open
July - August Tu - Fr 9:30 - 17:00 open
September - October Tu 9:30 - 14:00 open
Full entrance fee: 40,00 KČ
Discount entrance fee: 30,00 KČ
Family entrance fee: 100,00 KČ
Saturday 14.1.day 6 / 10°Cnight 2 / 6°C
Sunday 15.1.day 8 / 12°Cnight 5 / 9°C
Monday 16.1.day 3 / 7°Cnight -1 / 3°C