Holoubek Castle, ruïne in Tsjechië
Holoubek Castle is a rubble-stone fortress ruin located on a hilltop above the Jihlava River near Plešice. The site features thick stone walls, tower remnants, and the outlines of defensive ditches that once surrounded the stronghold.
The fortress was first documented in 1353 as a stronghold for local lords to control the surrounding territory. By 1446, the Moravian estates ordered its destruction, leaving only wall fragments and foundations that remain visible today.
The castle served as the hub of a medieval settlement that included a village and farmstead. Life in this area revolved around the fortress, which provided protection and local governance for the people living nearby.
The ruins are easily accessible from the village of Plešice via a hiking trail with free entry to explore the site. Visit during warmer months when paths are dry and visibility is clearer for walking around the walls and foundations.
During the mid-15th century, robbers and insurgents briefly used the fortress as a hideout before the Moravian estates ordered its demolition. This shadowy chapter reveals how crucial such strongholds were for maintaining control during periods of unrest.
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