Zvíkov Castle, Gothic castle in Zvíkovské Podhradí, Czech Republic
The castle stands on a promontory at 363 meters elevation, where the Otava and Vltava rivers meet in South Bohemia.
The fortress, first mentioned in 1234, served as a royal residence for King Václav I and underwent significant modifications under burgrave Hirzo around 1250.
The Chapel of Saint Wenceslaus, located on the first floor of the south range, contains valuable Gothic wall paintings from 1473.
The castle welcomes visitors from spring through autumn, offering guided tours, refreshment facilities, and access for cyclists and pet owners.
The great square tower features rib-vaulted rooms with brick paintings that preserve impressions of original wooden dowels from medieval construction techniques.
Location: Zvíkovské Podhradí
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Elevation above the sea: 363 m
Website: https://hrad-zvikov.cz
GPS coordinates: 49.43888,14.19241
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:56
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