Bezděz Castle, Gothic castle ruins in Bezděz, Czech Republic.
The castle sits at 604 meters above sea level with a grand tower, royal palace, and burgrave's palace displaying Gothic architectural elements.
King Ottokar II of Bohemia built this fortress in 1264 to protect trade routes and later served as a prison for young Wenceslas II.
The castle influenced Czech poet Karel Hynek Mácha, who wrote various works including 'An Evening at Bezděz' during his visits.
The castle opens Tuesday through Sunday from May to September, with reduced weekend hours in April and October, offering guided tours lasting 50 minutes.
The chapel dedicated to Archangel Michael stands as one of the earliest Gothic chapels in the Czech Republic, maintaining its original 13th-century design.
Location: Bezděz
Inception: 1264
Founders: Ottokar II of Bohemia
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: https://hrad-bezdez.eu
GPS coordinates: 50.53905,14.71970
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:06
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