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The World’s 100 Best Castles & Fortresses

Lipnice Castle

Lipnice nad Sázavou, Czechia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CASTLES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 95 2026
Lipnice Castle

Hilltop castle in the village of Lipnice nad Sázavou, partly ruined and being restored. Visitors wander freely after a short guide introduction, through cellars, halls, a chapel and tower interiors.

Highlights

  • Samson Tower viewpoint
  • Underground cellars
  • Well with winch

Good to know

  • Entrance about 180 CZK per adult
  • Paid parking 100 CZK per day
  • Many stairs, hard with strollers

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