Žinkovy Castle, Renaissance château in Žinkovy, Czech Republic

Žinkovy Castle is a fortified residence in Czech Republic that blends Gothic Revival and Renaissance Revival architectural styles throughout its structure. The building displays features from multiple construction periods that are visible in its facades and interior spaces.

The castle's predecessor was a fortress built probably in the second half of the 15th century and first documented in 1525. In 1624–1642 a new castle was built on its site, later expanded into a three-winged Baroque building. After 1897 Karl von Wessely had it rebuilt in a Romantic, pseudo-Renaissance style by Hermann Helmer, with the old moat filled in.

The castle stands by the Labuť pond, whose water once fed the moat around the fortress; a drawbridge linked it to the outer bailey. Since 1950 it served as a ROH recreation centre, and in 1952 Bořivoj Zeman filmed scenes of Pyšná princezna here.

The grounds are accessible via public paths and offer space to explore the surrounding ponds and wooded areas on the estate. Keep in mind that portions of the building may be in use for events, so visiting hours can vary depending on bookings.

In 1952 director Bořivoj Zeman filmed scenes of the fairy-tale film Pyšná princezna (The Proud Princess) at the castle. The moat that once surrounded the fortress was filled in after 1897, when Karl von Wessely had the grounds rebuilt and a large park laid out behind the residence.