Kushperk Castle

Kashperk Castle is located in the city of Kashpersk-Gori, in the Plzen region of the Czech Republic. The distance to the town from the capital of the Czech Republic is about 150 kilometers. The castle is built on a rock with a wonderful view of the city and the surrounding area.

Kashperk Castle was built on the orders of Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor. The construction of the castle was completed by 1356. The main function of the castle was to protect the trade routes on the border of Bohemia and Bavaria. Not far from the main castle is a small fortress, which served in the Middle Ages to strengthen the defense in case of siege.

Currently, the castle houses a museum with a rich exposition. The elongated palace is the heart of the castle, surrounded by protective towers 30 meters high. Kashperk Castle is a vivid example of Gothic architecture. On the territory of the Zama there are excursions on various thematic routes. So, you can get acquainted with the peculiarities of life in the castle of the Middle Ages, listen to a story about the construction of the castle and its architecture or book a fascinating excursion for children.