Záběhlice Castle, Cultural monument château in Záběhlice, Czech Republic.
Záběhlice Castle is a château in the village of Záběhlice near Prague, featuring a mix of residential and defensive architectural elements. The structure sits on Za potokem street with gardens that frame the main building and its surroundings.
The fortress was built in the 14th century to defend the area and shaped the local landscape for centuries. A major fire destroyed much of it in 1886, but reconstruction efforts preserved and modified the structure.
The castle displays residential features from different periods, showing how wealthy families lived in the area over time. Walking through it reveals how building styles changed and adapted as new owners made their mark.
The castle sits in a quiet village and is most easily reached by car or on foot, as public transport is limited in the area. Visitors should know the site is in a residential neighborhood and should be visited respectfully.
During World War I, the Austro-Hungarian military used the castle as quarters for senior officers. This military chapter left marks on the building's story that remain part of its past.
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