Zřícenina Vítkův Hrádek (Vítkův Kámen)

Location: Svatý Tomáš 1, 382 78 Lipno nad Vltavou · South Bohemia

Category: castle

The highest-situated castle ruin in Bohemia (1,035 m a.s.l.) stands above the Lipno Reservoir in the Šumava region. The 13th-century Vítkovci castle offers breathtaking views across the entire Lipno area. Accessible year-round, the walk up from Svatý Tomáš is manageable for older children.

Why visit this place?

• The castle belonged to the Rožmberk family, who imprisoned King Wenceslas IV here in 1394.
• A wooden staircase of 61 steps leads up the tower to the viewing platform; in clear weather even the Alps are visible.
• Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 3,764 visitors on Google Maps.
• Admission is free, which helps when the class budget is tight.
• Allow roughly two and a half hours; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 23 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Freely accessible year-round
• Typical visit: 150 min
• Admission: free
• Visitor rating: 4.7 ★ from 3764 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

Official website: https://www.vitkuvhradek.eu

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