Helfštýn Castle
Hrad Helfštýn
One of the largest castle ruins in the Czech Republic, with grand hilltop remains and a restored palace tower overlooking the Bečva Valley.
Helfštýn Castle was founded in the 14th century and later destroyed in war. Today it is one of the largest castle ruins in the Czech Republic, with a gate, walls, and a restored palace tower rising in sequence, and the tower's top terrace offers excellent views. Each August, an international ironwork festival is held here, with blacksmiths forging on site. Admission is about 150 Czech koruna. It is about 40 km from Olomouc and can be combined with the Hranice Abyss.
Opening hours
Around April–October, 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Zbrašov Aragonite Caves
- Hranice Abyss
- Olomouc Zoo
- Basilica of the Visitation, Svatý Kopeček
- Hradisko Monastery
- St. Wenceslas Cathedral
- Olomouc Museum of Art
- Archdiocesan Museum & Přemyslid Palace