Castles and chateaux — Jihočeský kraj

Bašta Helvít is a well-preserved 16th-century round tower bastion in Prachatice, today nestled within a charming municipal park and incorporated into a residential building.

Boubínský zámeček is a historic hunting lodge perched at 1,150 metres in the Šumava highlands, surrounded by one of Central Europe's finest primeval forests and offering stunning views reaching as far as the Alps.

The historic complex at Kestřany, near Písek, enchants visitors with its medieval lower fortress, upper fortress, Baroque château, and farm buildings, all protected as a Czech cultural monument.

The prehistoric and early medieval hillfort of Hradec u Nuzice near Nuzice and Týn nad Vltavou occupies a naturally defended promontory at the confluence of the Lužnice River and Židová struha, and is today a protected cultural monument.

Haselburg is a evocative medieval ruin north of Vimperk, known locally as Hrádek or Kulatá Bašta, offering history and panoramic views in the heart of the Šumava region.

The Upper Fortress of Kestřany is a well-preserved medieval stronghold in the Písek district, dating to the late thirteenth century and today protected as a cultural monument alongside the village château and lower fortress.

Bechyňská brána is the sole surviving gate of Tábor's original medieval fortifications and, together with castle Kotnov, forms a nationally protected architectural landmark rooted in the Hussite era.

Hrad Borotín is a striking medieval ruin set on a rocky spur above the Starozámecký pond near the village of Borotín in the Tábor district, forming a protected historical complex together with the adjacent Baroque courtyard known as Starý zámek.

Hrad Boudy is a protected prehistoric hillfort near the village of Boudy in the Písek district, with settlement traces dating from the Middle Bronze Age and a fortified enclosure established during the Late Hallstatt period.

Hrad Božejovice is a partially preserved medieval fortress set on a peninsula above Pevnosťský Pond near Skály, offering a glimpse into the defensive ingenuity and noble heritage of South Bohemia.

Hrad Branišovice is an early medieval Slavic hillfort set on a promontory above the Malše River, representing one of the oldest surviving traces of permanent settlement in the České Budějovice region.

The fortress of Brloh, a Renaissance-era seat of minor nobility near Drhovle, passed through numerous aristocratic families before losing its residential role in 1712 and is today a protected cultural monument.

The medieval castle of Hrad Budeč, linked to the lords of Trnava and later the Ranožíř family, stood on the banks of the Budečský pond before being quietly abandoned during the 14th century, leaving only the Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows to mark its memory.

The medieval fortified structure in Budkov, affectionately known as Rozkoš, has transformed over the centuries from a stronghold into a granary and finally a residential house, earning protected cultural monument status in 1963.

Budějovická brána, built between 1598 and 1602, is the only surviving medieval town gate in Český Krumlov and a UNESCO World Heritage–listed landmark perched above the Polečnica River.

Budějovická brána, one of Třeboň's four historic town gates, served as the main vehicular entrance to the city and captivates visitors with the striking contrast between its massive stone portal and the delicate sgraffito decoration of the adjacent castle wall.

Hrad Buzice is a protected medieval noble residence near Blatná that uniquely blends the features of a fortress and a castle, standing on the left bank of the Lomnice River since the Middle Ages.

The ruins of Hrad Bílkov, located in the village of Bílkov near Dačice, are a protected cultural monument dating back to the medieval period.

Hrad Bílá věž is a medieval Gothic bastion embedded within the South Bohemian Theatre in České Budějovice, surviving as a protected remnant of the city's historic fortifications.

Hrad Býšov is a late 14th-century medieval fortress in southern Bohemia, built by the noble Býšov family and now a protected cultural heritage monument near the village of Knín.

Hrad Cehnice, a medieval fortress near Strakonice listed as a Czech cultural monument, served as a noble residence from the fourteenth century before becoming an estate administrative centre, though it remains closed to the public today.

Hrad Choustník is a restored hilltop ruin near Tábor notable as one of Bohemia's rare examples of a Ganerbenburg, a castle once shared by multiple noble families.

Hrad Chýnov is a historically significant Přemyslid stronghold documented since the early Middle Ages, functioning as both a military fortress and an administrative hub of the early Bohemian state.

Hrad Chřešťovice is a protected prehistoric and early medieval hillfort dramatically situated above the Orlík Reservoir, offering both a rich layered history and beautiful views over the Vltava valley.

Cuknštejn is a remarkably well-preserved medieval noble fortress near Světví in South Bohemia, recognised as one of the finest of its kind in the region and protected as a listed cultural monument.

The ruins of Hrad Dobronice rise dramatically on a rocky spur above the Lužnice River near Bechyně, offering visitors striking valley views alongside a protected piece of medieval heritage.

Hrad Doubíčko is a vanished medieval fortress on the northern edge of Branišov, whose strategic position near the neighbouring Hluchá bašta points to its role within a wider defensive system in southern Bohemia.

The defensive tower at Hrad Drahonice is the last surviving remnant of a medieval fortified residence in the village of Drahonice, Strakonice district, and has been a protected cultural monument since 1963.

Hrad Drslavice is a listed Gothic-Renaissance stronghold in South Bohemia with roots possibly stretching back to the 12th century, currently being lovingly restored by the Švejda family.

Hrad Dub, a Gothic-turned-Baroque castle in the village of Dub near Tábor, is being lovingly restored by its private owners and today welcomes visitors with a guesthouse, wine bar, and a charming wooden lookout tower.

Perched on a rocky spur near Křemže where the Křemžský stream meets the Vltava, the Gothic ruins of Dívčí kámen offer a striking blend of medieval history and unspoiled natural scenery.

Hrad Gloriet in České Budějovice is a captivating blend of Gothic origins and Rococo elegance, transformed from a medieval defensive tower into a garden pavilion within the historic Bishop's Garden.

Helfenburk is a castle ruin in the municipality of Krajníčko, 5.5 kilometres (3.4 mi) from the town of Bavorov in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.…

Hrad Hodějov is a vanished medieval fortified residence that once stood on the village square of Hodějov, serving as the seat of the local lesser nobility.

Hrad Hus is a medieval castle ruin dramatically set on a rocky promontory above the Blanice River at 730 metres, listed as a protected cultural monument since 1963.

Hrad Hvížďalka is a protected medieval fortress nestled in a park at the heart of the village of Kalenice, south of Horažďovice, notable for both its historical heritage and a centuries-old sycamore maple growing on its grounds.

Hrad Kadov is a historic fortress in the village of Kadov that served as a noble seat from the fourteenth century before being converted into a granary in the late eighteenth century and is now a protected cultural monument.

Hrad Kamenná věž stands on a dramatic spur above the Římov reservoir, where barely visible ruins and a breathtaking natural setting combine to create an unforgettable atmosphere.

The fortified manor at Kbelnice, originally a sixteenth-century noble seat near Přešťovic in the Strakonice district, was later converted into a granary and is now protected as a cultural monument.

The romantically ruined medieval fortress of Hrad Kladruby, set within a neglected château park at 455 metres above sea level, has been a protected cultural monument since 1974.

Hrad Kněží hora is an early medieval Slavic hill fort crowning the summit of Katovická hora in the Strakonice district, cherished both as a rare archaeological monument and for its panoramic views of the Bohemian countryside.

Hrad Kotnov is a medieval castle in Tábor, famed for its striking circular tower and its rare transformation into a brewery, today recognised as a National Cultural Monument of the Czech Republic.

Hrad Kovářov is a protected medieval fortress in the South Bohemian town of Kovářov that served as a noble seat from the early fifteenth century until it was absorbed into the Orlík estate at the end of the sixteenth century.

Hrad Kuglvajt is a hidden medieval ruin crowning a forested granulite hill at 740 metres above sea level near the hamlet of Kuklov in the Český Krumlov district.

Perched at 1,037 metres in the Šumava mountains near Strážný, Hrad Kunžvart is one of the highest-situated castle ruins in the Czech Republic and a protected cultural monument steeped in border history.

Hrad Křikava is a partially preserved medieval ruin near the village of Černívsko in the Strakonice district, set scenically above Černívský pond at approximately 480 metres above sea level.

Landštejn Castle (Czech: hrad Landštejn) is a 13th-century castle in Staré Město pod Landštejnem in Jindřichův Hradec District in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.…

Latrán is one of Český Krumlov's oldest and most charming quarters, nestled between the Vltava River and the grand castle complex, offering an authentic glimpse into the town's medieval past.

Lauseck was a Gothic prismatic defensive tower that once stood in the centre of České Budějovice, named after its medieval owner and now known only through historical records.

Hrad Lipovice in the village of Lipovice is a well-preserved 15th-century minor noble fortress featuring Gothic doorframes, a vaulted hall, and a deep defensive moat.

Hrad Louzek is a protected medieval castle ruin in the Český Krumlov district, set on a rocky spur above the Malše River and accessible along the cross-border Zemská cesta tourist route.

The Manda tower, a 21-metre Gothic fortification that once guarded České Budějovice, has disappeared from the cityscape but remains an enduring symbol of the city's medieval heritage.

Maškovec, also called Kotek or Kotkův Hrádek, is a protected medieval castle ruin perched on a rocky cliff above the Vltava River near Kamenný Újezd in the České Budějovice district.

Hrad Myslín is a small but historically significant medieval fortress in the village of Myslín, once the seat of local minor nobility and today a listed cultural monument of the Czech Republic.

Hrad Myšenec is a protected medieval ruin near Protivín, built by King Přemysl Otakar II in the 13th century as a royal diplomatic residence and abandoned after his death at the Battle of Marchfeld in 1278.

The hill of Na Jánu on the eastern edge of Netolice conceals the remains of an early medieval fortified settlement, now a protected cultural monument brought to life at the local Archeopark.

Nové Hrady is a state-owned château built on the site of a medieval castle above the Stropnice River, listed as a National Cultural Monument since 2002 and open to visitors year-round.

Hrad Oppidum Nevězice is a Late La Tène Celtic oppidum covering thirteen hectares on a rocky promontory above the Orlík reservoir, once a key strategic and commercial stronghold along the ancient Vltava trade route.

Oppidum Třísov is the southernmost Celtic fortified settlement in Bohemia, once a key hub on the ancient Vltava salt-trade route and now a protected cultural monument attracting visitors from across the globe.

Otakarka, a well-preserved Gothic semi-cylindrical bastion in the heart of České Budějovice, is one of the finest surviving examples of the city's medieval fortifications.

Hrad Pasovary is a listed Gothic fortress ruin above Světlík, lovingly maintained by a local heritage association since its designation as a cultural monument in 1958.

Pergula was a striking prismatic Gothic tower that once stood beside the Dominican convent in České Budějovice, forming part of the monastery's medieval fortification system.

The village of Pomezí conceals the remains of a medieval border castle alongside a remarkably preserved Romanesque Church of St John the Baptist, a protected cultural monument since 1963.

Perched on a rocky spur above the Malše river near Kaplice, the ruins of Hrad Pořešín are a protected Czech cultural monument and a key stop on the cross-border Zemská cesta tourist route.

The Pražská brána, once standing at the northern end of Krajinská Street, was one of České Budějovice's most important city gates and a defining feature of the town's historic fortifications.

The Putimská brána was a medieval city gate in the southwestern corner of Písek that served as the main passage along the historic Zlatá stezka route towards the village of Putim.

Písek Castle, founded by King Přemysl Otakar II around the mid-thirteenth century, is one of the smallest yet most thoroughly studied medieval castles in Central Europe, and today houses the collections of the Prácheň Museum.

Hrad Příběnice is a magnificent ruined castle set on a rocky promontory above the Lužnice River, renowned as one of the finest examples of medieval noble architecture in Bohemia.

Hrad Raciberk is a prehistoric hillfort site southeast of Boletica near Kájov, protected as a cultural monument and valued for its archaeological significance amid the scenic South Bohemian landscape.

Hrad Radonice is a protected medieval fortress site on the southern edge of Radonice village, with origins dating to the late 13th century and listed in the Central Register of Cultural Monuments of the Czech Republic.

Rožmberk (German: Rosenberg) is a castle situated in South Bohemia near Rožmberk nad Vltavou in the Czech Republic.…

The Rožnovská brána was one of České Budějovice's most important medieval city gates, known by multiple names that reflected the trade routes and destinations it connected.

Hrad Soběslav is a partially preserved medieval castle in the historic centre of Soběslav, protected as a cultural monument since 1963.

Hrad Sokolčí is a protected medieval ruin rising above the Černá river in the Soběnovská vrchovina nature park, and a highlight of the cross-border Zemská cesta castle trail.

Solní branka, a prismatic tower gate dating back at least to the fourteenth century, is one of the oldest surviving remnants of the medieval fortifications of České Budějovice.

Hrad Strakonice is a remarkable multi-period castle complex at the confluence of the Otava and Volyňka rivers, blending Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque architecture in one of the Czech Republic's most historically significant protected monuments.

The Svinenská brána (Schweinitzer-Tor) was one of three main medieval town gates of České Budějovice, marking the eastern approach to the city centre.

The Svinenská brána, first recorded in 1379, is one of four surviving medieval town gates of Třeboň, distinguished by its polychrome statue of Saint Florian and fine sgraffito decoration dating from 1571.

Svákov is a protected hillfort above the Lužnice River near Soběslav, with settlement traces reaching back to prehistoric times and well-preserved early medieval fortifications.

Hrad Talíř is a protected medieval stronghold in Veselí nad Lužnicí, strategically positioned above the Bechyňský potok and listed as a cultural monument since 1973.

The medieval fortress of Hrad Tchořovice, founded in the 14th century and later rebuilt in Renaissance style, owes its survival to its conversion into a granary after losing its role as a noble residence.

Hrad Teuffel was a medieval bastion tower forming part of the inner city walls of České Budějovice, known today only through historical documents and maps.

Hrad Tichá is a protected 13th-century Gothic fortress reflected in the waters of the Hláska pond, offering a fairy-tale glimpse into the medieval heritage of South Bohemia near the Czech-Austrian border.

The medieval castle of Trhové Sviny, which guarded the South Bohemian town from the 13th to the 15th century, has been completely absorbed by later development and survives today only in the name of the square that marks its former site.

Tábor was a formidable Gothic bastion that served as a key element of the medieval fortification system protecting České Budějovice.

Hrad Velešín is a protected medieval ruin set on a rocky ridge above the Malše River, now overlooking the Římov reservoir, and accessible via the cross-border Zemská cesta heritage trail.

Hrad Vitějovice, also known as Osule, is an intriguing unfinished medieval castle near Prachatice whose atmospheric hilltop ruins have been a protected cultural monument since 1963.

Volarské šance is a remarkably preserved Thirty Years' War field fortification near Soumarský most that once protected the historic Golden Trail trade route and has been a listed Czech cultural monument since 2008.

Hrad Volyně is a listed medieval fortress in the centre of Volyně, standing beside the Church of All Saints and offering visitors a compelling glimpse into southern Bohemia's rich medieval heritage.

The prehistoric hillfort of Vrcovice, a state-protected cultural monument since 1963, rises on a rocky spur above the Otava River near Písek and offers a rare glimpse into the ancient history of southern Bohemia.

The Gothic ruins of Hrad Vítkův kámen rise dramatically above the Lipno Reservoir, offering visitors both medieval atmosphere and spectacular panoramic views.

Hrad Věnec, a protected prehistoric hillfort near Zálezy in the Prachatice district, dates from the late Hallstatt and early La Tène periods and rewards visitors with both archaeological interest and beautiful South Bohemian scenery.

The late Gothic fortress of Zvíkov is a rare and well-preserved example of medieval stone architecture in South Bohemia, listed as a cultural monument since 1963, though it remains in private ownership and is closed to visitors.

The site of Hrad Zvíkov conceals a far older story: a fortified settlement, possibly a late Iron Age castellum, occupied the rocky spur above the Vltava and Otava confluence from the Middle Bronze Age until it was consumed by fire and eventually by the construction of the medieval royal castle.

Zvíkov (Czech: hrad Zvíkov; German: Klingenberg), often called "the king of Czech castles", is a castle in Zvíkovské Podhradí municipality, about 15 kilometres (9 mi) north of Písek in the South Bohemian Region of the Cz…

The medieval fortress of Záboří, today a granary beside the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, is a listed cultural monument preserving impressive vaulted ceilings and roof trusses from its centuries-long history as a noble residence.

Hrad Čepřovice is a protected Renaissance noble residence near Volyně in the Strakonice district, notable for its layered architectural history spanning from the late 1500s through the Baroque period and beyond.

Hrad Čížkrajice is a protected medieval fortified residence in the village of Čížkrajice, České Budějovice district, whose surviving remains are listed on the Czech Republic's register of cultural monuments.

Perched on a rocky spur above the Blanice river near Mladá Vožice, the ruins of Hrad Šelmberk — crowned by a well-preserved bergfried tower — stand as a protected cultural monument and one of southern Bohemia's most atmospheric medieval sites.

Žižkův vrch harbours two distinct fortified sites of different — and in one case still unknown — ages, both protected today as cultural monuments near Drhovle in the Písek district.

Hrad Žumberk is a well-preserved medieval manor fortress in the village of Žumberk, housing a branch of the South Bohemian Museum and welcoming visitors to discover the region's rich heritage.

Hradec u Dobřejovic is an Early Bronze Age hillfort listed as a protected cultural monument since 1963, set amid the scenic Poněšická obora reserve north of Dobřejovice.

Hradec u Kaplice is a protected prehistoric hillfort on Hradišťský vrch near Kaplice, offering both ancient history and panoramic views from a nearby lookout tower.

Hradec u Němětic is a ninth-century Slavic hillfort near Strakonice that, built on the ruins of a Hallstatt-era manor and fortified with earthen ramparts and a dividing palisade, likely fell in a violent military assault around 900 AD.

Hradec u Řepice is an early medieval Slavic hillfort set on a 511-metre hill near Strakonice, valued as a protected archaeological monument of the Strakonice district.

The Hradecká brána, one of four surviving medieval town gates in Třeboň, is a richly layered landmark whose current appearance dates from 1875 but whose history stretches back to the very founding of the town.

Hradiště Baba is an Early Bronze Age hillfort above the Vltava River near Hluboká nad Vltavou, protected as both a cultural monument and a nature reserve since 1963.

Doudleby is a protected early medieval hillfort near České Budějovice that served as a regional administrative centre from the tenth to the thirteenth century, with the Church of St Vincent preserving original fabric from that era.

The hillfort Na Hradu near Litoradlice is a prehistoric and early medieval fortified settlement dramatically overlooking the Vltava River, now protected as a cultural monument of outstanding historical significance.

Hradiště Písecká Smoleč is a protected prehistoric and early medieval hillfort set on a natural spur south of Písecká Smoleč, valued for its strategic position and its evidence of repeated settlement from the Bronze Age through the Hillfort Period.

Hradiště u Svaté Anny is a protected Bronze Age hilltop fortification near Neznašov that once guarded the ancient trade route along the Vltava river.

Hradiště u Libětic is a well-preserved early medieval Slavic hillfort near Strakonice that once guarded the Strakonice basin and met a violent end around the turn of the tenth century.

Hradišťský vrch on the western edge of Písek is home to a protected Late Bronze Age hillfort that offers both panoramic views and a glimpse into the region's ancient past.

Hranatá bašta is a rare surviving Gothic bastion and one of only two remaining towers from the medieval fortifications of České Budějovice.

Hrádek u Husince is a largely vanished medieval stronghold above the Blanice River valley, whose peaceful setting and historical resonance make it a charming destination for a scenic walk near Husinec.

The atmospheric ruins of Hrádek u Purkarce, set on a rocky spur above the Vltava River near Purkarec, blend medieval history with stunning natural scenery to create one of southern Bohemia's most rewarding destinations.

The Jezuitský klášter Opařany is a magnificent eighteenth-century Baroque monastery complex in South Bohemia, featuring a church designed by the celebrated architect Kilián Ignác Dientzenhofer.

Jindřichův Hradec is the Czech Republic's third largest castle complex, a beautifully restored Renaissance château whose history stretches back to the early 13th century and encompasses noble dynasties, a ruinous fire, and a landmark twentieth-century reconstruction.

The Roman Catholic parish church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Rancířov is a protected late Baroque monument nestled beside a tranquil stream near the Austrian border.

The Church of Saint John the Baptist in Bílkov near Dačice is a listed cultural monument featuring a Romanesque-Gothic core, a distinctive pentagonal apse, and a historic walled cemetery.

The twin-naved Church of St. Linhart in Lidéřovice is a striking Late Gothic monument shaped in the 1480s–90s by stonemasons from Telč, featuring a defensive presbytery gallery, a preserved karner, and a dual dedication to both St. Linhart and St. George.

Kozí hrádek is a Gothic hilltop ruin near Sezimovo Ústí, cherished as a National Cultural Monument for its enduring connection to the reformer Jan Hus.

Kruhová bašta is a well-preserved circular Gothic tower in České Budějovice, forming part of the city's state-protected medieval fortifications.

The baroque hunting château Ohrada, set beside Munický Pond near Hluboká nad Vltavou, is a designated National Cultural Monument housing one of the Czech Republic's oldest museums of forestry, hunting, and fishing.

The Baroque manor of Černice, tucked within the nature reserve Černická obora near Sudoměřice u Bechyně, enchants visitors with its elegant architecture and peaceful natural surroundings.

The preserved remains of Třeboň's medieval town fortifications offer visitors a fascinating glimpse into the city's rich defensive history.

The partially preserved medieval town walls of Český Krumlov, dating back to the 14th century, offer visitors a rare and atmospheric glimpse into the town's fortified past.

The medieval town fortification of Nové Hrady preserves impressive remnants of walls and moats that once stood guard over the town's inhabitants.

Písek's medieval town walls, originally built in the 13th century and reaching up to ten metres in height, survive today in scattered fragments, with the longest continuous section preserved along Podskalí and Hradební II. streets near the Otava River.

The medieval town fortification of Jindřichův Hradec, dating from the late 13th century, preserves remarkable remnants of the city walls that have been a protected monument since 1958.

Prachatice boasts one of Central Europe's best-preserved medieval fortification systems, featuring two wall rings, seven towers, and the iconic Lower Gate.

Soběslav's medieval town fortifications, dating from the 14th century, preserve original barbican walls, a stone-lined moat, and two historic bastions.

The well-preserved medieval town walls of Vodňany, protected as a cultural monument since 1963, offer visitors an evocative glimpse into the town's storied past.

The partially preserved medieval town walls of Rožmberk nad Vltavou are an officially protected cultural monument and a fascinating complement to the town's famous castle.

The partially preserved medieval town fortifications of Bechyně, comprising imposing walls and bastions, stand as a protected cultural monument and a highlight of the town's historic conservation zone.

The medieval town fortifications of Slavonicích, including a well-preserved outer curtain wall and bastions, rank among the most notable examples of Central European military architecture and are protected cultural monuments of the Czech Republic.

A partially preserved stretch of medieval town walls with a bastion in Strakonice offers an authentic and protected glimpse into the town's fortified past.

The partially preserved medieval town walls of Vimperk, dating from the late 15th century, offer visitors a captivating glimpse into the fortified past of this South Bohemian town.

The Novohradská brána, built between 1525 and 1527 as part of Třeboň's outer defensive belt, is a remarkably well-preserved Renaissance town gate featuring a Baroque statue of Saint John of Nepomuk, a bilingual Czech-German inscription proclaiming the town's free status, and a ground floor wine shop welcoming modern-day visitors.

The Classicist château in Nové Hrady, built in 1806 and the long-time residence of the Buquoy family, is a listed cultural monument and one of South Bohemia's most distinguished historic landmarks.

Nový zámok Dačice is a nationally protected castle on Havlíčkovo náměstí, housing authentic historic interiors, a municipal museum, and an art gallery.

Nový zámok Libějovice is a South Bohemian baroque and Empire-style castle with roots dating to 1696, set within the protected Libějovicko–Lomecko landscape heritage zone.

Nový zámok Lnáře is a beautifully preserved Baroque château in the South Bohemian village of Lnáře, built between 1670 and 1686 and today protected as a significant cultural monument.

Obří hrad is a remarkably well-preserved Hallstatt-era hillfort hidden deep in the Šumava forests near Nicov, protected as a Czech cultural monument since 1958.

The fortifications of České Budějovice evolved from 13th-century Gothic walls through Renaissance and Baroque enhancements into a charged symbol of national identity whose demolition in the 19th and early 20th centuries sparked bitter conflict between the town's German and Czech communities.

The Renaissance stronghold of Chvalešovice, built after 1548 by Zikmund Malovec of Malovic, is a remarkably well-preserved example of Renaissance architecture in southern Bohemia, featuring distinctive trapezoidal gables and original interior vaults.

The Renaissance fortress in Draheničky, a protected cultural monument since 1963, forms a striking square complex on the eastern edge of this peaceful village between Písek and Rožmitál pod Třemšínem.

Pevnosť in Údraž is a medieval fortress converted into a granary that has been a protected cultural monument since 1958.

Pevnosť Jistebnice is one of the oldest noble seats in its region, a 13th-century fortress recognised as a protected cultural monument since 1958.

Pevnosť Chlum is a medieval stronghold in the village of Chlum near Křemže whose origins date to 1279 and which, despite its later conversion into a Baroque granary, retains fine Renaissance vaulting and façade decoration.

The fortified stronghold of Chocholatá Lhota, today a listed cultural monument, is a rare surviving example of a medieval noble fortress that was later converted into a granary.

Pevnosť Dačice is a remarkably well-preserved four-wing fortress at the heart of the old castle complex on Krajířova Street in Dačice, listed as a cultural monument of the Czech Republic.

Pevnosť Doubravice is a historically significant medieval fortification on the banks of the Peklov stream in the village of Doubravice near Čestice, protected as a Czech cultural monument since 1963.

Pevnosť Dráchov is a fourteenth-century medieval fortress in the village of Dráchov, Tábor district, whose surviving two-storey building is protected as a listed cultural monument.

Pevnosť Hamr is a late-fifteenth-century fortress near Veselí nad Lužnicí that served as a noble manor for generations before the Schwarzenberg family converted it into a granary, and which stands today as a protected cultural monument.

Pevnosť Klokočín is a well-preserved Renaissance fortress near Protivín, renowned for its rare sgraffito plasterwork and its role as a noble residence from the mid-sixteenth century until the early seventeenth century.

Pevnosť Kožlí u Čížové is a restrained Renaissance château in the village of Kožlí u Čížové, notable for its elegant Baroque granite window surrounds with semicircular staircase openings.

Pevnosť Smrčná is a medieval stone tower in the village of Smrčná, listed as a protected cultural monument of the Czech Republic yet classified as endangered due to its deteriorating condition.

Pevnosť Svébohy is a protected noble stronghold in the village of Svébohy, part of Horní Stropnice, serving as a remarkable reminder of feudal life in southern Bohemia.

The former fortress of the Tetour of Tetov family near Podchýšská Lhota survives today only as probable traces of masonry within a rural cottage, yet the site remains under official heritage protection.

Pevnosť Vlksice is a charming example of small-scale medieval noble architecture in the Písek district, protected as a Czech cultural monument since 1995.

Pevnosť v Chlumečku is a late-sixteenth-century stronghold in Chlumeček near Křemže, cherished for its well-preserved vaults, stone detailing, and rich noble history stretching from the Schwarzenberg family back to its founding owner Oldřich Častotar z Dlouhé Vsi.

The Polygonální bašta in České Budějovice is a beautifully preserved late Gothic polygonal tower that once formed a key part of the city's historic fortification system.

Příběnické podhradí is a fortified medieval settlement on the Lužnice River, intimately linked to the castle of Příběnice and the once-mighty Rosenberg dynasty of southern Bohemia.

The Skočický hrad hillfort, perched on a hill southwest of Skočice, is a protected cultural monument whose origins span from the Early Bronze Age through the early Middle Ages.

Starý zámok Dačice is a centuries-old listed monument in the heart of Dačice, today housing the town hall, a local history museum, a police station, and residential apartments all under one roof.

Starý zámok Libějovice is a medieval fortress turned Renaissance noble residence in the Strakonice district, now a protected cultural monument within the scenic Libějovicko–Lomecko landscape heritage zone.

Starý zámok in Lnáře is a medieval fortress turned aristocratic residence whose centuries of history and harmonious pairing with the neighbouring Nový zámok make it one of the most distinctive listed monuments in the Strakonice district.

The Empire-style Starý zámok Neznašov, rebuilt by Prosper Berchtold at the turn of the 19th century on the foundations of a Renaissance fortress, is a listed cultural monument and a cherished gem of South Bohemia.

Velký Hrádeček is a protected prehistoric hillfort near Třebanice in the Prachatice district, offering both a scenic hilltop walk and a fascinating glimpse into South Bohemia's earliest human settlements.

Vítkův hrádek is a protected medieval castle ruin near Blažejov, preserving only earthwork contours and scattered masonry on a rocky spur above the Hamerský stream.

The prehistoric hillfort of Zámek, also known locally as Zlatá hora or Hradec, crowns a hilltop in the Blatenská pahorkatina uplands near Zadní Zborovice and is protected today as a listed cultural monument.

Perched dramatically above the confluence of two rivers, Bechyně Castle is a beautifully preserved example of a medieval fortress transformed into a grand aristocratic residence, and has been a listed cultural monument of the Czech Republic since 1963.

Blatná Castle (Czech: zámek Blatná) is a castle in Blatná in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic. Protected as a cultural monument, it is one of three preserved water castles in the country.…

Zámok Borovany is a protected baroque château in the heart of Borovany that began life as an Augustinian canon monastery before being transformed into an aristocratic residence, making it one of the most historically distinctive landmarks in the České Budějovice region.

Zámok Brandlín is a beautifully restored Baroque château near Tučap in southern Bohemia, with roots stretching back to a medieval watchtower and a modern revival led by champion racing driver Petr Vojáček.

Zámok Bratronice is a beautifully layered Renaissance château in the Strakonice district, whose history spans from a 14th-century medieval fortress to refined Baroque and Neoclassical additions, and is today protected as a listed cultural monument.

Zámok Bzí is a state-protected cultural monument and the charming centrepiece of the South Bohemian village of Bzí, near Dolní Bukovsko.

Zámok Cerhonice is a protected cultural monument in South Bohemia that evolved from a medieval stronghold into a distinguished aristocratic residence.

Zámok Chlum u Třeboně is an early-eighteenth-century château built on the site of a medieval fortress, listed as a protected cultural monument but not open to the public.

Zámok Chotoviny is a Neo-Renaissance château in the South Bohemian village of Chotoviny, distinguished by its French park, two visits from Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand d'Este, and its long post-war life as a primary school.

Zámok Choustník, a 17th-century noble residence built by the Černín of Chudenice family and listed as a protected cultural monument since 2004, is a charming historical gem in the South Bohemian Region.

Zámok Chřešťovice is a beautifully preserved baroque château in South Bohemia, built on medieval foundations and protected as a listed cultural monument.

Zámok Dobrohoř, also known as Ebergersch, is a beautifully restored castle-gallery in Staré Město pod Landštejnem offering exhibitions, a café, and unique accommodation within its historic walls.

Zámok Dobrš is a partially preserved medieval fortress near Strakonice, standing at 705 metres above sea level and protected as a cultural monument since 1963.

Zámok Dolní Nerestce is a historically significant château near Písek, founded around 1600 by the Deym ze Stříteže family and today protected as a listed cultural monument.

Zámok Drhovle, a protected cultural monument in the South Bohemian village of Drhovle, is a centuries-old château with aristocratic roots that now serves as a care home for the elderly.

Zámok Dub is a listed Neo-Gothic château in the South Bohemian village of Dub, featuring Norman Gothic-inspired architecture and open to the public under the stewardship of the Battaglia family.

Zámok Dírná is an elegant Baroque château near Soběslav, transformed from a medieval fortress and still owned by the Vratislav of Mitrovice family.

Hluboká Castle (Czech: Zámek Hluboká; German: Schloss Frauenberg) is a historic château situated in Hluboká nad Vltavou. It is considered one of the most beautiful castles in the Czech Republic.

Zámok Hněvkovice is a protected cultural monument perched on the right bank of the Vltava River near Týn nad Vltavou, conveniently located along the popular Vltava Cycling Path.

Zámok Hoštice is a protected Baroque-Classicist château near Strakonice, shaped by an 18th-century reconstruction initiated by the Chlumčanský of Přestavlky family and built on the foundations of a medieval fortress.

Zámok Hroby in the village of Hroby near Radenín is a protected cultural monument that seamlessly blends Renaissance origins with later Baroque remodelling into an elegant aristocratic residence.

Zámok Jemčina is a charming, listed hunting lodge set within a scenic park in the hamlet of Jemčina near Novosedly nad Nežárkou, admired from the outside only.

Zámeček Jenišovice is a well-preserved seventeenth-century Renaissance manor complex near Milevsko, with a history stretching back to a medieval chapel documented as early as 1428.

Zámok Jůžov is a charming early twentieth-century hunting lodge near Buzice, built in 1902 as a romantic gift and now being carefully restored.

The château of Kardašova Řečice is a protected cultural monument that today serves as a tranquil retreat for retired sisters of the Congregation of the School Sisters of Notre Dame and remains closed to the public.

Zámok Kestřany, a seventeenth-century manor near Písek, is a protected cultural monument whose rich history spans several distinguished noble families, including the Schwarzenbergs.

Zámok Koloděje nad Lužnicí, also known as Mitrowicz, is a listed cultural monument standing on the right bank of the Lužnice River in the village of Koloděje nad Lužnicí, part of Týn nad Vltavou.

Zámok Komařice is a beautifully preserved Renaissance château in the village of Komařice, southeast of České Budějovice, transformed from a medieval fortress in the second half of the sixteenth century by Jiří Kořenský of Terešov and today protected as a listed cultural monument.

The château of Kostelní Vydří, a listed cultural monument with Renaissance roots dating to the 16th century, has long stood empty and is sadly declining due to neglect and an unresolved ownership situation.

Kratochvíle is a Renaissance castle in Petrův Dvůr in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic. It is a picturesque manorial residence surrounded by a small castle park.

Zámok Lažany is a Baroque manor house in the Strakonice district, built on medieval foundations in the sixteenth century and recognised today as a protected cultural monument.

Zámok Lomec is a historic Czech château turned pilgrimage site, now home to the Congregation of the Grey Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis, set within the scenic Libějovicko-Lomecko landscape heritage zone.

Zámok Lžín is a charming Neo-Renaissance château in the South Bohemian village of Lžín, currently undergoing extensive restoration to reclaim its historic grandeur.

The hunting lodge of Baron Offermann near Maříž once served as an aristocratic retreat in the forests close to Trojmezí, but today only historical records and maps bear witness to its existence.

The castle of Maříž, built in 1717 on the site of an earlier fortress, once formed part of a grand 230-hectare estate, of which only a fragment of the western wing's masonry survives today.

Zámok Mostky in the village of Mostky near Kaplice is a lost noble residence whose memory lives on only in the name of the place.

Zámok Myslkovice is a Baroque château of medieval origin in the South Bohemian village of Myslkovice, today serving as a protected cultural monument and a lively community centre owned by the local municipality.

Zámok Nadějkov is a well-preserved Baroque château dating from 1781, gracing the central square of the village of Nadějkov in the Tábor district of South Bohemia.

Zámok Nemyšl is a historic manor house in the South Bohemian village of Nemyšl near Tábor, cherished for its architecture and its role as a symbol of aristocratic heritage in the region.

Zámok Nihošovice is a protected cultural monument in the Strakonice district that evolved from a fourteenth-century fortress into a refined aristocratic residence shaped by Renaissance, Baroque, and twentieth-century architecture.

Zámok Nová Bystřice is a protected cultural monument in the Jindřichův Hradec district, whose history spans from a 14th-century medieval fortress — captured by Jan Žižka's Hussite troops in 1420 — through illustrious noble ownership to a near-ruin following a catastrophic fire in 1774.

Zámok Němčice is a remarkably well-preserved Baroque château complex in the Strakonice district, whose château, farm courtyard, and park have survived virtually intact from their seventeenth-century form.

Zámok Oblajovice is a historic manor house in the quiet Tábor district, currently being beautifully restored together with its original garden.

Zámok Olešnice, a state-protected cultural monument near České Budějovice since 1958, is a treasured landmark of South Bohemia's architectural and historical heritage.

Zámok Omlenička is an endangered baroque château in the Český Krumlov region, now managed by a foundation with plans to restore it and convert it into a centre for child care and education.

Orlík Castle (Czech: Zámek Orlík) is a château 500 metres (1,600 ft) in Orlík nad Vltavou, in Písek District in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.…

Zámok Osek is a medieval stronghold turned Neo-Baroque manor in the village of Osek, Strakonice District, today listed as a cultural monument and serving as a residential care facility for people with disabilities.

The château of Zámok Ostrolovský Újezd, situated just under four kilometres south-west of Borovany, is a protected cultural monument dating back to 1963 and a proud symbol of the architectural heritage of the České Budějovice district.

Zámok Palupín is a historically significant manor house in the village of Palupín near Strmilov, listed as a Czech cultural monument since 1963.

Zámok Pluhův Žďár is a well-preserved Baroque château near Jindřichův Hradec, built on Renaissance foundations and open to visitors by prior arrangement with the owner.

Zámok Pole, a fortress near Kadov in the Strakonice District, dates to the early seventeenth century and is now a listed cultural monument with a rich history of noble ownership and later practical repurposing.

Zámok Poříčí is a beautifully restored medieval castle in Boršov nad Vltavou with a rich and often turbulent history spanning more than six centuries.

Zámok Protivín is a stately High Baroque château set within an English landscape park in South Bohemia, though its future remains uncertain following a criminal investigation in early 2024.

Zámok Radenín is a beautifully preserved Neo-Renaissance castle in the Tábor district, whose origins stretch back to a medieval fortress and which is today listed as a cultural monument of the Czech Republic.

The Baroque château of Radvanov, once a place of internment for Archbishop Josef Beran, today welcomes guests as a charming guesthouse set within a landscaped English park in southern Bohemia.

Zámok Rybník was a noble manor house in the village of Rybník, Český Krumlov district, which no longer stands today and is known only through historical records.

Zámok Sedlice is a beautifully preserved Renaissance château in the town of Sedlice, southeast of Blatná, whose origins trace back to a Gothic fortress of the fifteenth century later rebuilt by the Šternberk family.

Stará Vráž is a protected neo-Gothic castle in the Písek district that has been thoughtfully transformed into a modern spa and rehabilitation sanatorium known as Lázně Vráž.

Zámok Staré Hobzí is a listed Baroque-Classicist manor house set in the heart of the south-western Moravian village of Staré Hobzí, protected as a cultural monument since 1958.

Stráž nad Nežárkou château is a beautifully preserved Baroque landmark with roots in the 13th century, celebrated for its Renaissance and Baroque architecture and its close association with the legendary opera singer Ema Destinnová.

Zámok Studená is a listed cultural monument in the village of Studená, Jindřichův Hradec district, celebrated as one of South Bohemia's most remarkable historical and architectural treasures.

Zámok Stádlec is a well-preserved late Baroque castle listed as a protected cultural monument, celebrated for its architectural elegance and rich regional heritage.

Zámok Střela, set on a hilltop 425 metres above sea level near Strakonice, is a unique blend of medieval ruins and Baroque château listed as a protected cultural monument.

Zámok Střelské Hoštice is a Baroque château on the Otava River, home to a captivating museum dedicated to the region's historic rafting tradition.

Zámok Svatý Tomáš is a charming historic hunting lodge in Svatý Tomáš, near Předná Výtoň, cherished as a protected cultural monument of the Czech Republic and a rare reminder of Central European aristocratic hunting traditions.

Zámok Tažovice, a listed cultural monument near Volenice in the Strakonice district, traces its origins to a fourteenth-century medieval fortification and preserves centuries of noble history shaped by families such as the Malovci of Malovice and the Kocové of Dobrš.

Zámok Tučapy, a château near Soběslav with roots dating to a fortress first recorded in 1407, retains its 1873 appearance and has been a protected cultural monument since 2021.

Zámok Tyrolský dům is a charming Tyrolean-style hunting lodge hidden within the Rukávec game reserve near Milevsko, notable for its Alpine architecture, a historic chapel, and an Art Nouveau dog cemetery, though it remains closed to the public.

The castle of Týn nad Vltavou, a listed cultural monument on the northern slope of the town square, is one of the most striking landmarks of this historic riverside town.

Zámok Třeboň is a grand Renaissance castle complex in the heart of Třeboň, boasting over a hundred rooms and open to visitors year-round under the care of the Národní památkový ústav.

The ruins of Zámok Tůmův vrch, a former tower-like hunting lodge or summer retreat near Česká Olešná and Popelín, have been a protected cultural monument since 1963.

Zámok Varvažov is a listed Baroque manor house in the village of Varvažov, forming the heart of a heritage conservation zone that preserves one of South Bohemia's finest examples of traditional rural architecture.

Rising above the confluence of two waterways at 750 metres, Zámok Vimperk is a National Cultural Monument of the Czech Republic whose architecture spans early Gothic origins to sweeping Neo-Renaissance renovations of the nineteenth century.

Zámok Vojnice is a protected cultural monument near Volenice that evolved from a medieval fortification into an elegant manor house shaped by centuries of successive owners.

Zámok Čekanice is an elegantly preserved late-eighteenth-century château near Blatná, built on the site of a medieval fortress and today listed as an officially protected cultural monument of the Czech Republic.

Zámok Černětice is a beautifully preserved Baroque château near Volyně in the Strakonice district, built around the turn of the eighteenth century and listed as a protected cultural monument.

Červená Lhota (German: Roth-Lhotta) is a Renaissance castle in the South Bohemian Region, Czech Republic.…

Zámok Červený Dvůr is a baroque château near Český Krumlov, originally built by the Rožmberks and later reshaped by the Eggenbergs and Schwarzenbergs, now set within a 117-hectare landscape park and housing a psychiatric clinic since 1966.

Zámok Červený Újezdec is a listed sixteenth-century manor near Vlastec in South Bohemia, built by the lords of Švamberk and today operating as a charming family farm with guest accommodation.

Česká Olešná is a privately owned Empire-style château near Strmilov, notable as the westernmost Moravian château and protected as a cultural monument since 1963.

Český Krumlov Castle (Czech: Hrad Český Krumlov) is a castle in Český Krumlov in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.…

Český Rudolec is a charming listed château in the Bohemian Canada region, lovingly nicknamed Malá Hluboká, surrounded by a beautifully maintained castle park near Dačice.

Zámok Čestice, a protected château near Strakonice, sits above the Peklov valley and invites visitors to explore its rich medieval history alongside a remarkable cluster of religious and architectural landmarks.

Zámok Čimelice is a magnificent Baroque aristocratic residence in the village of Čimelice, Písek district, and one of the finest examples of noble architecture in South Bohemia.

Zámok Čížová, a Renaissance castle near Písek with roots in the sixteenth century, is a protected cultural monument whose grounds are today enlivened by the Čížová brewery.

Zámok Řečice is a charming single-storey manor house with a mansard roof in the village of Řečice near Telč, listed as a protected cultural monument of the Czech Republic.

Zámok Římov, a protected cultural monument since 1958, sits at the heart of the village of Římov, about 12 kilometres south of České Budějovice.

Zámok Škvořetice is a listed Neo-Renaissance château near Blatná in southern Bohemia, whose origins trace back to a medieval fortress remodelled in the sixteenth century and given its present form during a major reconstruction in 1921–1922.

Château Štěkeň is a listed early Baroque monument in the Strakonice district, built on the site of a medieval fortress dating back to the 14th century.

The former hunting château of Žofín near Pohorská Ves has largely vanished, leaving only its estate outbuildings as a lasting reminder of the hamlet's storied past.

Měšice Castle is a castle in Tábor in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.

Zámoček Rudolfov is a Renaissance manor house near České Budějovice, dating from the flourishing sixteenth-century heyday of this historic South Bohemian mining town.

Údolský hrádek is a romantically situated ruin in the Josafat Valley where a medieval castle was later absorbed by a mill, leaving only fragments of the original fortification standing today.

Švecburg, located near the village of Kváskovice in the Strakonice district, is recognised as the youngest and smallest castle in the Czech Republic, built in 2007 by Jan Švec using stones gathered from local fields.