Potštejn Castle

This widespread ruin of the medieval castle lies in Eastern Bohemia and dominates the central part of Podorlicko. The history of one of the largest Czech castles ruins dates all the way back to the end of the 13th century. It was here that the fortified settlement stood during medieval times. The majestic castle was only conquered once over its many centuries, by the future Czech King and Roman Emperor, Charles IV. The castle is also known for its famous tales of tremendous treasure. Although people have been searching for the treasure inside the castle for 35 long years, it has yet to be found. The castle has been open to the public since 1994 and you can visit the castle today.

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517 43 Potštejn

ou.potstejn@tiscali.cz

+420 495 546 812

www.potstejn.cz

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Litice Castle is located in the beautiful countryside of Eastern Bohemia on a rocky island above a meander of the wild Orlice River. Today, it is a partially renovated castle ruin, located 7 km west of Žamberk. The castle was built at the end of the 13th century. Today, the castle has taken the form of renovation work by Jiří z Poděbrad from 1468, as the inscription at the entrance gate proclaims. You can take a tour of the castle's visitor's circuit, which leads through the south palace and the adjacent tower, and learn about the castle's history and its architecture. A trip to the castle is suitable for hiking tourists and cyclists, who can take advantage of 6 km long trails that lead through Orlice from Potštejn Natural Park to Litice Castle.

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