Czech Republic Ruins of Choustník Castle
Ruins of Choustník Castle...
Choustník is a castle ruin about one kilometre east of the village of the same name in the Tábor district. It stands on the top of a dominant hill at an altitude of 660 m inside the Choustník Nature Reserve. The castle is a rare example in the Czech Republic of a so-called ganerbenburg, or a castle consisting of several cores that housed several different owners.
The castle was founded in the 13th century.
Choustník is a castle ruin about one kilometre east of the village of the same name in the Tábor district. It stands on the top of a dominant hill at an altitude of 660 m inside the Choustník Nature Reserve. The castle is a rare example in the Czech Republic of a so-called ganerbenburg, or a castle consisting of several cores that housed several different owners.
The castle was founded in the 13th century.
Photography Tips
Wonderful views are from the tower
Travel Information
There is a parking lot below the hill and then a walk about a kilometer uphill to the castle. There is an entrance fee and the castle is closed during the low season.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Daytime
Sunrise & Sunset
04:52 - 21:10
| current local time: 00:26
Photo Themes
Castle
castle ruins
History
Locations
South Bohemia
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