Castles and chateaux — Karlovarský kraj

Burgstadt is a protected prehistoric hillfort near Vojkovice in the Karlovy Vary district, dramatically situated on a 370-metre spur at the confluence of the Bystřice stream and the Ohře river.

Founded by Emperor Frederick Barbarossa around 1180, Chebský hrad is one of Central Europe's finest Romanesque palace complexes, preserving its original chapel, tower, and palace remains at the confluence of the Ohře and Plesná rivers.

Hammerhof is one of the oldest buildings near Mariánské Lázně, a listed cultural monument sadly left to decay without any prospect of restoration.

Andělská Hora, also called Engelsburg in the Germanic form of the name, is a castle above the village of Andělská Hora, about 7 kilometres (4 mi) southeast of Karlovy Vary, in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republi…

Bečov nad Teplou is a stunning medieval castle and château complex near Karlovy Vary, designated a National Cultural Monument since 1995 for its exceptional historical and cultural significance.

The ancient hillfort of Hrad Chyše crowns a dramatic spur above the Strela River on the boundary of Chyše and Záhoří, offering visitors a compelling blend of history and natural scenery.

The remains of the medieval fortified manor at Hrad Dalovice, a protected cultural monument nestled in the western part of the village of Dalovice near Karlovy Vary, offer history lovers a fascinating glimpse into the region's medieval past.

Hrad Drahovice is a remarkable prehistoric hillfort set on a rocky spur above the Ohře River near Karlovy Vary, with traces of settlement dating back to the Eneolithic and Late Bronze Age.

Hrad Freudenstein is a protected medieval ruin near Jáchymov, perched at 810 metres in the Ore Mountains and preserving two corner towers as a testament to the region's storied mining past.

Hrad Hartenštejn is a late Gothic castle ruin near Bochov, notable for its semi-circular battery towers and polygonal bastion, and protected as a cultural monument since 1964.

Hrad Himlštejn is a well-preserved medieval ruin crowning the 638-metre hill of Nebesa in the Doupov Mountains, offering visitors a fascinating glimpse into centuries of history alongside breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Kleinštejn is a secluded medieval castle ruin on the edge of the Hradiště military zone in the Doupov Mountains, just 1.5 kilometres southwest of Klášterec nad Ohří.

Hrad Kynžvart is one of the highest-situated medieval castle ruins in the Czech Republic, offering stunning views over the Karlovy Vary Region from its forested hilltop setting.

Loket Castle (Czech: Hrad Loket, German: Burg Elbogen) is a 12th-century Gothic castle in Loket in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic.…

The ruins of Hrad Nejdek, crowned by the well-preserved Black Tower, overlook the Rolava River and offer visitors a glimpse of medieval history alongside scenic valley views.

Neuberg (also Neuberk) is a ruins of castle in Podhradí, Cheb District in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic.

Hrad Podštěly is an evocative ancient hillfort on Jezerský vrch near Chyše, offering a serene glimpse into the early history of West Bohemia.

The ruins of Pomezná (Markhausen), a medieval fortified residence dating from the fourteenth century, sit romantically on the shore of the Skalka reservoir near Cheb and have been a protected Czech cultural monument since 1963.

The hillfort of Radošov, perched on Košťál hill near Karlovy Vary, is a state-protected cultural monument bearing traces of both prehistoric and early medieval settlement.

Hrad Seeberg is a remarkable medieval castle above the village of Poustka, freely open to visitors and managed by the Municipal Museum of Františkovy Lázně.

The Upper Castle in Skalná is an ancient fortress nestled within a former manorial estate, offering a rare glimpse into the region's medieval defensive and agricultural heritage.

Hrad Tašovice, also known as Starý Loket, is a protected cultural monument above the Ohře River with prehistoric and early medieval roots dating back thousands of years.

Hrad Velichov is an ancient hillfort on Liščí vrch above the village of Velichov, whose prehistoric and early medieval remains have been a protected cultural monument since 1964.

Vladař is one of the largest Celtic hillforts in Bohemia, flourishing between the 5th and 4th centuries BC before being abandoned following a catastrophic fire around 200 BC, and has been a protected cultural monument since 1958.

Sedlec is an early medieval hillfort of uncertain location near Karlovy Vary, likely situated either on the summit of Bažantí vrch or within the village itself, and today protected as a cultural monument despite possible destruction by historical stone quarrying.

Hradiště Burgholz is a protected prehistoric or medieval hillfort ruin perched on a dramatic spur above the Jesenice reservoir near the village of Dřenice, offering both historical intrigue and beautiful views.

The castle ruin at Kostelní Bříza, set within a historic manor estate and adjoined by a protected castle park, is a serene and dignified testament to the region's architectural heritage.

Liščí kámen is a charming 18th-century hunting lodge in Krásný Les, listed as a Czech cultural monument since 2002.

The fortifications of Cheb are a layered historical complex blending Romanesque, Gothic, and predominantly Baroque architecture, with key surviving landmarks including the Mill Tower, the Sand Gate, and the Devil's Tower, all protected as listed cultural monuments since 1970.

The late Gothic town fortifications of Toužim, founded in 1469, rank among the finest surviving examples of medieval urban defences in Central Europe.

The medieval town fortifications of Chyše, likely built by Burian II of Gutštejn in the late 15th century, preserve not only remnants of walls, towers, and a moat, but also the extraordinary remains of a synagogue constructed directly atop one of its towers.

The medieval town fortifications of Loket, a protected cultural monument since 1963, preserve a remarkable stretch of historic walls that bring the Middle Ages vividly to life in this charming Bohemian town.

The medieval town walls of Žlutice, likely built in the fourteenth century and expanded under the nobleman Jakoubek z Vřesovic, offer a fascinating glimpse into the town's historic defences.

Hidden behind the village of Čichalov in the Karlovy Vary district, this protected hilltop site preserves the presumed remains of a medieval fortress that once guarded the surrounding landscape.

Pevnosť Okrouhlá is a romantically reconstructed Gothic tower fortress in the village of Okrouhlá, Cheb District, listed as a Czech cultural monument since 2006.

The Renaissance fortress of Pevnosť Šabina, built on the foundations of a Gothic fortified residence on the banks of the Ohře River, has been a protected cultural monument since 1963.

Václavský hrad was a now-vanished medieval fortress that once stood on the left bank of the Ohře River in Cheb, forming part of the city's remarkable heritage of fortifications.

Zámecká věž is a medieval tower in the heart of Karlovy Vary that evolved from part of a royal castle into a cherished civic landmark and protected cultural monument since 1964.

Zámok Berchembogen is a charming listed hunting lodge hidden in the forests near Trstěnice, exuding the peaceful atmosphere of a historic retreat between Chodová Planá and Cheb.

Zámok Bečov nad Teplou is a mid-18th-century Baroque château in the Karlovy Vary Region that, together with the neighbouring medieval castle, forms a nationally protected architectural ensemble of outstanding historical significance.

Zámok Budov is a hauntingly atmospheric complex of castle ruins and historic farm buildings in the small village of Budov near Verušičky in the Karlovy Vary district.

Zámok Chyše is a stately château in the Karlovy Vary Region, renowned for its centuries-old park, historic brewery, and status as a protected cultural monument.

Zámok Dalovice, a protected Neo-Renaissance manor near Karlovy Vary, enchants visitors with its elegant architecture, historic older castle, a monument to poet Karl Theodor Körner, and a beautiful surrounding park.

Zámok Doubrava, also known as Schloß Grün, is the last surviving aristocratic residence of the Zedtwitz family in the Aš area, preserving the noble heritage of the Karlovy Vary Region.

Zámok Doubí is a state-protected cultural monument perched above the Ohře River in the Doubí district of Karlovy Vary, celebrated for its architecture and its scenic natural surroundings.

Dvoreček, formerly known as Höflasgut, is a forgotten settlement near Františkovy Lázně whose peaceful remains can be easily explored along cycle route 36.

Zámok Děpoltovice is a protected cultural monument in the Karlovy Vary district, comprising a harmonious manorial estate formed by two historic château buildings.

Zámok Favorit is a historically significant hunting lodge in the Ore Mountains, now owned by the Bazhaev family and slowly deteriorating behind closed gates.

Hartenberg (or Hartenberk) is the ruin of a castle over the village of Hřebeny in the municipality of Josefov in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic.

Hauenštejn (Czech var.: Horní hrad; German: Hauenstein) is a medieval castle in the Czech Republic. The castle is the private property of Pavel Palacký, a descendant of František Palacký.…

The ruins of Zámok Hazlov, a medieval fortress later rebuilt as a manor house, have been a protected cultural monument of the Czech Republic since 1996 and remain a compelling destination for history lovers in the Cheb District.

Zámok Horní Luby was a small manor house that once stood proudly on a hill at the southeastern edge of Horní Luby, today remembered only through the peaceful golf course that now surrounds its former site.

The Baroque château of Javorná, listed as a protected cultural monument since 1964, forms a remarkable ensemble with its farm complex and the Church of St. John of Nepomuk, though the estate is in need of restoration.

Zámok Jindřichovice, a Neo-Gothic castle in the Sokolov district dating back to 1672, is a listed cultural monument of the Czech Republic.

Zámok Kaceřov is an elegant 18th-century château in the Sokolov district, built on medieval foundations and protected as a cultural monument of the Czech Republic.

Kamenný Dvůr Castle is a late Baroque manor house near Kynšperk nad Ohří, built at the end of the 18th century on the site of a medieval Leuchtenberg fortress, and its park and burial chapel are now protected as a cultural monument.

Zámok Kladská is a romantic hunting lodge in the hamlet of Kladská near Mariánské Lázně, enchanting visitors with its aristocratic atmosphere and serene forest surroundings.

Zámok Kopaniny, a manor house near Aš with roots dating to 1537, blends Late Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classicist architecture and has been undergoing careful restoration since 2013 after decades of neglect.

Zámok Kostrčany is a protected cultural monument near Valeč in the Karlovy Vary district, offering visitors a glimpse into the region's aristocratic past.

Kynžvart Castle (Czech: Zámek Kynžvart; German: Schloss Königswart) is a historic château located near Lázně Kynžvart in the Cheb District of the Czech Republic. The building's architecture is in the neoclassical style.…

Zámok Libá, also known as Liebenstein, is a historically significant castle in western Bohemia near Františkovy Lázně, developed from a medieval fortress into an elegant aristocratic residence and listed as a cultural monument since 1963.

Zámok Luka, a listed cultural monument near Verušičky in the Karlovy Vary district, remains in a state of serious disrepair despite receiving state protection in 1994.

Zámok Mostov is a state-protected cultural monument in the hamlet of Mostov, Cheb District, celebrated for its historical significance and the unique charm it brings to the Karlovy Vary Region.

Zámok Mořičov is a protected Baroque hunting lodge ruin dating from the early 18th century, perched at 499 metres above sea level near Mořičov in the Karlovy Vary district and offering atmospheric views across the surrounding hills.

The château in Nejdek is a quiet, easily accessible landmark on Karlovarská Street that adds charm to the architectural fabric of this West Bohemian town.

Ostrov Castle (Czech: zámek Ostrov, German: Schloss Schlackenwerth) is a castle in Ostrov in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic.…

Zámok Podhrad was a Neo-Gothic château built on medieval foundations in the Cheb district, demolished in the twentieth century to make way for the Jesenice reservoir, beneath whose waters it now lies forever.

Zámok Podhradí, once a grand noble residence at the heart of the Cheb-district village of Podhradí, now survives only in fragments but remains a testament to the region's rich and layered history.

Zámok Poutnov is a historic seventeenth-century noble residence in the village of Poutnov near Teplá that, after centuries of changing ownership and gradual decline, now survives only as a atmospheric ruin.

Zámok Sedlec is a historically significant estate on the peaceful outskirts of Karlovy Vary, once enlivened by an ancient trade route connecting the surrounding villages.

Zámok Smrčina was a historic noble residence near Aš in northwestern Bohemia that was demolished in 1963, leaving only the name of the settlement of Smrčina as a reminder of its existence.

Zámok Sokolov, a protected cultural monument in the Karlovy Vary Region with origins dating back to the thirteenth century, is a striking Classicist landmark shaped by centuries of Late Gothic and Baroque architectural transformation.

Zámok Staré Sedlo is a graceful Neoclassical château in the Sokolov District, protected as a Czech cultural monument since 1963.

Zámok Starý Hrozňatov, also known historically as Kinsberg, is a Neo-Gothic castle near Cheb whose roots stretch back to a 12th-century Romanesque fortress, forming a protected cultural complex together with the Chapel of the Holy Trinity.

Starý Rybník Castle is a castle ruin in the village of Starý Rybník in the Karlovy Vary Region, Czech Republic.

Zámok Stružná, historically known as Kysibl, is a Neo-Renaissance castle in the Karlovy Vary district whose origins date to the late sixteenth century and which has been a listed cultural monument since 1964.

Toužim castle, also known as Janův hrad, is a striking late Renaissance and Baroque monument in the Karlovy Vary district that, despite protected status, has been slowly deteriorating since the latter half of the twentieth century.

The site of Zámok Valdov near Lesná preserves a haunting atmosphere despite no longer having any surviving structure, making it a compelling destination for history lovers and explorers of forgotten places.

Zámok Valeč is a magnificent castle in the Karlovy Vary Region that evolved from a medieval fortress into a grand aristocratic residence and is now protected as a Czech cultural monument.

Zámok Velichov, a protected cultural monument in the Karlovy Vary district, traces its roots to a sixteenth-century fortification and owes its current appearance to sweeping nineteenth-century renovations.

Zámok Verušičky is a romantically styled Neo-Gothic castle in the Karlovy Vary district, designated a cultural monument in 1964 and a defining landmark of its picturesque village setting.

Vildštejn (Wildstein) is a former Romanesque fortress transformed into a château, perched dramatically above the Sázek stream in Skalná and listed as a protected cultural monument of the Cheb district.

The Classicist manor house Spiegel in Arnoltov, a district of Březová, served first as a noble residence and later as a coaching inn, and has been a listed cultural monument since 1996.

Zámok Štědrá is a beautifully preserved baroque château in the village of Štědrá, Karlovy Vary district, listed as a protected cultural monument since 1964.

Štědrý hrádek is a protected medieval castle ruin set on a rocky spur above Mlynský pond in the forested Karlovy Vary Region, offering history, atmosphere, and scenic views in equal measure.