Harasov Castle, Medieval castle ruin in Bosyně, Czech Republic.
Harasov Castle is a medieval ruin located within the Kokořínsko reserve, where sandstone rocks and marshlands frame the remnants of the former structure. The site sits near the Pšovka river valley, making it part of a geologically distinctive landscape.
The castle arose as a medieval defensive fortress that shaped the region during its active period. It now stands protected as an important cultural monument under Czech heritage law.
The site takes its name from a nearby reservoir and sits within a nature reserve where visitors experience how history and landscape connect. Local communities value the area for its network of walking paths and traditional ties to the natural world.
Visitors approach the ruins by following marked hiking trails beginning at the Harasov reservoir dam in the Mělník District, marked with yellow or red blazes. The paths cross varied terrain, so proper footwear and attention to the route are advisable.
The rocky outcrops here harbor several rare animal species, including crayfish and alpine newts that visitors might spot during their walk. During breeding season, walkers can watch for black storks and peregrine falcons that nest in the area.
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