Tolstejn Castle Ruins

Varnsdorf, Czech Republic

The Tolštejn Castle (now reduced to ruins) was built in 1278 as part of the Zittau region's defense structure. George of Poděbrady ordered the castle to be seized shortly after the Hussite Wars and after many conflicts, the Tolštejn dominion was taken by 1471 by two Saxon princes, Ernest and Albrecht. During the Thirty Years War, the army of the Austrian Emperor occupied the castle. In 1607, the Swedish General Wrangel laid siege and burned down the castle.

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Varnsdorf, Czech Republic

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Details

Founded: 1278
Category: Castles and fortifications in Czech Republic

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

K F (Kafe) (2 years ago)
- strange smell from the drain + easy to find + good panoramic views

Andrew Lowe (2 years ago)
Great place to visit highly recommended

Dana Petrova (3 years ago)
Little bit out of the way ...but good to combine it with a Jedlova lookout point ...a whole day trip. Accessible by train as well ...great little strenuous hike but good restaurant at the top ;)

balraj melepat (4 years ago)
The pictures I shared are on the way to this place ,such a beautiful place and very friendly people. You can camp inside the forest.

Jeff Rubinoff (5 years ago)
Very nice view and a good little pub with decent food and excellent beer.

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