Švihov Castle, Gothic water castle in Švihov u Klatov, Czech Republic
The castle features two residential palaces, a five-level entrance tower, and four bastions surrounded by water moats filled from nearby ponds.
Constructed between 1480 and 1489 under Půta Švihovský of Rýzmberk, the castle withstood a Swedish siege during the Thirty Years' War.
The castle contains late Gothic and Renaissance furnishings, tapestries, weapons, and 16th-century wall paintings throughout its accessible chambers.
Guided tours of the castle last three hours and accommodate groups of up to 30 people, with entry fees including maps and refreshments.
The castle served as a filming location for multiple productions, including a Czech version of the Cinderella fairy tale story.
Location: Švihov u Klatov
Inception: 15 century
Architects: Benedikt Rejt
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: http://www.hrad-svihov.cz/cs
Website: http://hrad-svihov.cz/cs
GPS coordinates: 49.47877,13.28490
Latest update: May 22, 2025 18:01
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