Bečov nad Teplou Castle, Medieval castle and chateau complex in Bečov nad Teplou, Czech Republic
Bečov nad Teplou is a castle complex that merges Gothic architecture with Renaissance and Baroque details across multiple connected buildings, courtyards, and underground passages. The site spreads across a hillside with different levels linked by stairs and pathways.
The complex was founded in 1317 by the Lords of Rýzmburk as a fortified residence overlooking the Teplá River valley. Over centuries, it expanded and absorbed architectural styles from different periods.
The castle displays a notable 13th-century religious artwork in its blue dining hall that holds special meaning in Czech tradition. Visitors can see how this precious object shaped the site's importance for centuries.
The interior is accessible only by guided tour, which includes a digital audio guide option. Plan at least two hours for a comfortable walk through the various rooms and courtyards.
The castle grounds hold a restored botanical garden from the 1920s with local plant species and nature educational trails. This quiet green space offers a contrast to the stone buildings and lets visitors explore regional plant life.
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