Cimburk, Medieval castle ruin in Městečko Trnávka, Czech Republic
Cimburk is a medieval castle located above Městečko Trnávka, with stone walls and towers that display Gothic architectural features. The site comprises several building structures and fortification elements that are protected as a monument and have undergone partial stabilization work.
The castle was built between 1327 and 1333 and served for centuries as an important noble residence in the region. It was abandoned in 1720 after its significance had already declined over the previous decades.
The ruins carry the designation of a cultural monument of the Czech Republic and display medieval construction methods in their remaining stonework. Visitors can trace the marks of different building phases through the walls, showing the evolution from the original structure to later repairs.
The site is open year-round, though visitors should know that paths to the ruins are uneven and sometimes steep. Good footwear is recommended to navigate the grounds safely.
The castle walls bear traces of maintenance work from 1468 carried out by Štěpán of Vartnov that remain visible today. These repairs show how the fortress was cared for and reinforced in later centuries to preserve its integrity.
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