Mariánské hradby, Baroque fortification in Hradčany, Prague, Czech Republic
Mariánské hradby is a fortification system that runs through Prague 1 and Prague 6 districts, featuring defensive structures characteristic of the Baroque period. The walls are built from stone and incorporate varied architectural details that together form a coherent defensive system defining the city's historical outline.
The fortifications were built and expanded over several centuries to protect Prague and its important structures. They played a key role in Bohemia's military strategy and were adapted multiple times to meet changing defensive needs.
The walls take their name from the Virgin Mary and shape the neighborhood's character through their solid presence. Today they serve as a place where visitors can observe how different architectural periods coexist in the same location.
The walls can be accessed from several points in both districts and are partly walkable for exploration. Information boards at various locations explain the structure and history, making it easy to find your way around.
The walls connect multiple parts of the old city in a continuous defensive line that now offers walkers new perspectives on the urban layout. Walking along the walls reveals views that are invisible from the usual tourist paths.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
