City walls of Nové Město nad Metují

The city walls of Nové Město nad Metují are a stone fortification that encircles the central area with multiple gates and defense towers. The walls form a continuous barrier of local stone around the old settlement.

The walls were built in the 14th century as the main defense structure against potential attacks during the turbulent Late Middle Ages. This Gothic fortification was typical of cities in Central Europe that needed to protect themselves during that period.

The walls stand as a protected cultural monument of the Czech Republic and show how medieval residents organized their city's defense. Walking around them today, you can see how the stone fortification still shapes the layout and character of the old town.

The walls are accessible on foot and you can walk along designated paths to view the preserved sections and various viewpoints. The best time to visit is during daylight when you can clearly see the stone details and structure of the fortification.

The walls use local building materials from the Hradec Králové region that give them a distinctive appearance with varying stone colors. These geological characteristics make the fortification visually unique compared to other medieval fortifications in the area.