Smrčná Fortress

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Smrčná Fortress, Fortified house in Smrčná, Czech Republic

The stone fortress stands at 584 meters above sea level, featuring defensive elements and architectural details characteristic of medieval fortifications in Vysočina Region.

The fortress has maintained its position as a significant landmark since 1233, when the first documented records of settlement in Smrčná appeared.

The Ministry of Culture recognizes this structure through its designation as a Cultural Monument, preserving it as part of Czech architectural heritage.

Located 9 kilometers northwest of Jihlava and 106 kilometers southeast of Prague, visitors can reach the fortress through regional roads connecting major cities.

The fortress maintains records of population changes from 886 residents in 1869 to 470 in 2024, documenting demographic shifts across multiple centuries.

Location: Smrčná

GPS coordinates: 49.08353,13.81994

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:27

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