Hartenstein Castle

Bochov, Czech Republic

Hartenštejn (originally Hartenstein) is a late Gothic ruined castle. There is around 1km long marked path to the site from Bochov. The castle was built before 1473 when it was first time mentioned in documents. It was abandoned after 1609.

Address

náměstí Míru 1, Bochov, Czech Republic

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Czech Republic

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Radka Koželuhová (4 years ago)
If you miss the sign with the information that the keys to the lookout tower are in the city on Information, you will not get to it. But still a very beautiful view and on the lookout tower very beautiful photos with a description of the place.

Flo Wittmann (4 years ago)
Nice place to watch the sunset and picnic. But remember to take your trash with you when you leave. I didnt see any trashcans.

Maciek Gruchala (6 years ago)
Quite remote, good looking, nice views. Surprise your friends, telling them that first you have to go to the city to COLLECT THE KEYS TO YOUR CASTLE

Mirek Ther (8 years ago)
Nice place, good also for party or picknique. Take a key to tower in village.

Pepa Panek (8 years ago)
Beautiful place. I love it. Unfortunately it is not possible to enter the tower without keys.

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