Gutštejn Castle Ruins
Pilsner Region · Tschechien
Gutštejn Castle stands on a rocky spur above the wooded valley of the Hadovka stream in western Czechia. Substantial remains of the medieval curtain walls, two residential buildings and a distinctive tower with rounded corners survive. Founded around 1300 as the seat of the lords of Gutštejn, the castle became involved in the conflicts of the Hussite period and later disputes among the nobility. As the family’s administrative focus shifted to Bezdružice, the castle was abandoned in the 16th century. Today the ruins offer a striking glimpse into medieval life in western Bohemia. Paths and surfaces are uneven, and any local restrictions should be respected.