Distretto di Blansko

Castles & Ruins Highlights

This collection features 14 castles, chateaux, and ruins in South Moravia, showcasing a range of architectural styles from medieval fortresses to Empire and early-classicist residences. Highlights include well-preserved structures with gardens, historic ruins offering panoramic views, and towers that serve as observation points within the Mährischer Karst landscape.

Castles & Ruins Highlights — Mappa

Lasy / CC BY-SA 3.0

A

Boskovice Chateau

Boskovice Chateau is an early 19th-century Empire style chateau featuring a historic park and significant cultural heritage. It is notable for its well-preserved architecture and connection to the nearby Jewish Quarter.

Lukas Nevosad / CC-BY-SA

B

Holštejn

Ruins of a rock castle located in the northern part of the Moravian Karst.

Lasy / CC BY 3.0

C

Kunštát Castle

The Kunštát Castle is a castle in Kunštát in the South Moravian Region of the Czech Republic.

Jiří Komárek / CC BY-SA 4.0

D

hrad Boskovice

Medieval castle ruin featuring Renaissance architectural elements and notable for its historical significance and views over the surrounding landscape.

E

Louka

Remains of a medieval hill castle above the village of Louka.

F

Starý hrad

Ruined castle site with limited structural remains.

G

Rychvald

Castle ruins characterized by fragmented walls and foundations.

H

Lamberk

Castle featuring residential buildings with historic significance.

Jiří Komárek / CC BY-SA 4.0

I

Zámek Šebetov

Historic castle located in the Blansko district.

Pan Hyde / CC BY-SA 3.0

J

Rájec nad Svitavou Château

Early-classicist noble residence with significant architectural heritage.

K

Babylon

Viewing tower offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Michal Klajban / CC BY-SA 3.0

L

Babí lom

A really beautiful place near Brno. Astonishing views from the lookout and the rocky ridge make a special one for an afternoon trip.

M

Malý Chlum

Archaeological site featuring remains of a historic fortification.

User:Akil / CC-BY-SA-3.0

N

Huť Františka

National cultural monument located in a protected heritage reserve.