Bradlec

Bradlec is a castle ruin on a basalt hill at 557 meters above sea level with three remaining tower walls and building fragments. The ruins stand among beech trees and occupy two basalt ridges that provided natural defensive advantages.

The fortification belonged to multiple Czech noble families throughout its history. The location on two basalt ridges provided natural protection against military attacks across the centuries.

The ruins display medieval construction styles that reflect how Bohemian fortifications were designed for defense. Walking through the site, you can observe the remaining walls among the beech trees and understand how the space was once used.

Visitors reach the site by following the blue marked trail from Újezdec village, which includes a 90-meter climb through forest paths. The area is best explored in dry conditions, as forest paths in hilly terrain can become slippery.

From a preserved platform on the western rock face, visitors can look out over the Jičín region and Český ráj landscape. This viewpoint reveals why the location was strategically important for controlling the surrounding territory.