Lacembok Castle – Traces of a Medieval Stronghold in the Woods
Pilsner Region · Tschechien
Between two ponds on the Srbický stream near Krchleby, the remains of Lacembok Castle lie hidden in woodland. Visitors expecting tall walls or towers will need to look more closely: the main surviving features are earthworks, ditches, a few fragments of masonry and a cistern carved into the rock. Probably founded in the second half of the 13th century, the castle exploited an unusual position. Water and deep ditches helped protect its compact rocky core. Although most of the buildings have disappeared, the layout can still be traced in the landscape. Tourism directories describe the site as freely accessible, but the woodland terrain may be uneven or slippery. Accessible visitor infrastructure has not been verified.