Fairy-Tale Fortresses: The Most Beautiful Castles to Visit in the Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is a compact country with an outsized share of castles and chateaux—ranging from hilltop fortresses to romantic neo-Gothic and Baroque residences. Visiting these sites feels like stepping through layers of European history: royal courts, medieval defense works, aristocratic salons and landscaped gardens. Well-preserved complexes such as Prague Castle and Český Krumlov offer…