Zumberk Castle

Chrudim, Czech Republic

 Žumberk Castle was probably built during the end of the 13th century, on a hilltop above the village, and was known under the German name Sunenberg. Its walls formed a pentagon and were surrounded by a deep moat, with a service yard was placed next to the castle. Later, a township grew up under the hill.

The first known owner of the castle and neighbouring villages was a robber knight; ownership of the castle changed many times afterwards. At the beginning of the 18th century, the castle was not inhabited, though during 1760–70 a physician lived there. The castle became desolate and was left to be a source of construction material.

During 1926–48 the castle was owned by the Club of Czech Tourists, and its structure was stabilized to prevent further destruction. Today the market town of Žumberk is responsible for its maintenance, and access to the castle is unlimited and free.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Czech Republic

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Emil Šlégl (9 months ago)
A nice place with a deep cellar where bats hibernate. The village itself has many monuments. Both are worth a visit.
Tomáš Kopa (12 months ago)
A nice accessible ruin, with a detailed description. Publicly accessible at any time.
Dagmar Dosedlova (13 months ago)
Beautiful ruins and nature and underground where you can go.
Standa Dolezal (15 months ago)
The tour actually starts in the square, which is beautiful, clean and well maintained, there is a fountain and baroque statues, then you continue past the nicely restored church to the ruins The tour of the castle is about 20 minutes long, and if you keep walking, there are many other attractions in the area... ?
Václav Barák (2 years ago)
A nice ruin can be reached from the parking lot in the middle of the village in about 5 minutes on foot. The ruins can be reached along the path or with a stroller. But you have to go to the castle for a short (not very comfortable ones). Possibility to have food delivered on a bench with a table under the castle and relax. I recommend combining the tour with some other point in the vicinity.
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