Zřícenina hradu Cornštejn

Location: Katastr obce Bítov, 671 02 Bítov · South Moravia

Category: ruin

One of the most romantic ruins in southern Moravia stands on a rocky spur at 440 m above sea level overlooking Vranov Reservoir. It is managed by the South Moravian Museum in Znojmo and in summer the ruin comes alive with sword-fighting shows, juggler performances and theatrical productions. Families with children can enjoy an adventure game based on the legend of the Angry Lord of Cornštejn.

Why visit this place?

• In 1463 Hynek refused to swear allegiance to King Jiřímu z Poděbrad and rose in revolt; the provincial army besieged the castle for 11 months until the garrison surrendered from hunger in June 1465.
• In its final form Cornštejn had nine gates and its fortifications covered more than one hectare.
• Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 2,393 visitors on Google Maps.
• The exhibition is interactive — it expects you to touch the exhibits and try them out.
• Allow roughly an hour and a half; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 8 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Summer season (May–Oct) according to the museum programme; see website
• Typical visit: 90 min
• Admission: adults 80 CZK, children 40 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.6 ★ from 2393 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Castle history, the Middle Ages, sword fighters

Official website: https://www.muzeumznojmo.cz/Z%C5%99%C3%ADcenina-hradu-Corn%C5%A1tejn-

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