Kokorin Castle

Mělník, Czech Republic

Kokořín Castle was built around 1320 by order of Hynek Berka of Dubé. At the close of the 15th century the castle was heavily damaged during the Hussite Wars and renovated in the late Gothic style by the lords of Klinštejn. Since the middle of the 17th century Kokořín had been tenantless and it deteriorated.

The ruins were not bought until 1894 by Václav Špaček of Starburk, who decided to renovate the castle. The architect, Eduard Sochor, was a leader in this project and, considering its occurrence between 1911 and 1918, it was one of the latest Romantic restorations of a Medieval object.

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Founded: 1320
Category: Castles and fortifications in Czech Republic

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Fernanda Rosenberg (2 years ago)
Very nice castle. easy to get by public transport. Something like 1h away from Prague.
Ivan (Julius Caesar Augustus) (2 years ago)
I won’t say that it was super interesting, but in general it will do. There was a tour of the main chambers, and then you could climb the main tower. The view from there is amazing.
Yash Patel (2 years ago)
Such a Nice place for one day Hike How to reach Hrad Kokorin? Take a Bus or Train from Prague to Melnik, Then take a Bus from Melnik to Village Kokorin 474 Bus No. You can also take Breakfast or coffee Break in Village Kokorin. From there 30-40 mins Hike You will reach Hrad Kokorin They have 120 CZK TICKET to visit the Hrad.
Sarah Clement (2 years ago)
Breathtaking castle and views! Absolutely loved my visit, and would highly recommend it. Nice staff, and a cute little gift shop. However... it's quite an uphill hike to get here, and is full of many steep staircases, and so you should be in ok shape with ok mobility if you want to come here.
Timea McCullough (3 years ago)
Very nice castle which is in good condition. You can pay 100 czech koruna fee for the tour. They don't do it in English but they have printed text you can read about the castle. You can climb up on the top of the tower, it is a gorgeous view around the forest. They have birds like ravens and falcons which you can take pictures with.
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