Silesian Ostrava Castle, Ostrava, Czech Republic

Silesian Ostrava Castle was originally built in the 1280s near the confluence of the Lučina and Ostravice rivers. The castle was built for military purposes due to its proximity to the Polish border.

In 1534, the gothic castle was rebuilt into a renaissance chateau. It burned down in 1872 but was rebuilt. It was restored recently after many years of dilapidation, caused by coal mining under the castle. Today, the castle is one of the most important tourist attraction of the Ostrava city.

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David Smith (6 months ago)
The castle closes at 5pm so unfortunately I got there too late to enter. However, from outside it looks pleasant but nothing out of the ordinary.

Michael Z (13 months ago)
This is a historically important castle in Ostrava but there’s not a lot to see.

Chandrashekhar Goswami (2 years ago)
Nice samll castle. Restored beautifully.

Andrzej Drzymalski (2 years ago)
Beautiful castle, cool exhibitions to see. A good option for a short visit. There is also a bicycle exhibition in the castle. Ticket prices low.

Michaela Rohmová (2 years ago)
Its lovely small place, bit borish after too many visits ?

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