Štamberk, Medieval castle ruin in Řásná, Czech Republic
Štamberk is a castle ruin in southwestern Moravia that sits on a granite rock outcrop at about 695 meters elevation. The fortification incorporates natural stone formations as part of its defensive structure across a substantial area of land.
The fortress was built in the last quarter of the 13th century and was destroyed during the Hussite wars in 1423 near Telč. These conflicts marked the end of its role as an active military stronghold.
The fortress shows how medieval nobles built their seats on rocky outcrops to control the surrounding lands. You can still see how the walls were connected with natural granite rock to form a unified defensive structure.
There is no entrance fee and the site is freely accessible. You can visit the ruins at your own pace and combine it with walking in the surrounding area.
The ruins are surrounded by a nature reserve called Kamenné moře, which contains massive granite boulders shifted during the last Ice Age. These rocks shape the landscape around the fortress.
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