Městské opevnění v Kadani

The city fortification of Kadaň is a medieval defensive system consisting of multiple stone walls encircling the old town. Bastions and towers punctuate these walls, with several sections still standing and accessible to visitors.

Construction of the fortifications started in the second half of the 13th century under King Přemysl Otakar II, establishing Kadaň as one of Bohemia's strongest defensive centers. The walls continued to be reinforced over subsequent centuries and remained strategically important through the early modern period.

The walls shaped how the medieval town was organized and protected its residents over centuries. You can still see how this structure defined the boundaries and character of the old town.

You can walk along and explore the preserved sections of the walls at your own pace, with information panels explaining the layout and construction details. The site is best visited during dry weather, as some pathways along the walls are unpaved and can become muddy.

The fortification features a double moat system paired with a zwinger, a narrow defensive corridor between the inner and outer walls that provided additional protection. This layered design reveals the careful military planning behind the town's medieval defense.