Helfenburk, Gothic castle ruin on Malošín Mountain near Bavorov, Czech Republic
Located at an altitude of 683 meters, the extensive ruins of Helfenburk Castle spread across 1.27 hectares of rocky terrain in South Bohemia.
Emperor Charles IV authorized the Rosenberg brothers to construct this fortress in 1355 as recognition for their support during an Italian campaign.
The castle ruins feature a two-bay palace and defense system with cannon bastions, reflecting medieval Czech military architecture.
Visitors can explore the castle grounds throughout the year, with management available at Zřícenina hradu Helfenburk in Bavorov for guided tours.
The side towers of the castle were constructed without conventional openings, containing only bay windows for strategic defensive purposes.
Location: Bavorov
Inception: 1355
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: http://helfenburk.eu
GPS coordinates: 49.13625,14.00676
Latest update: May 13, 2025 04:25
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