Lukov Castle
Hrad Lukov

Wander the ruins of the Gothic castle to uncover this 14th century hidden gem near the beautiful Hostýn Mountains.

The old granddaddy of Movarian castles, this castle has been around since at least the 14th century during the rule of John the Blind. Lukov is one of the biggest castles around in size and history. Not to be missed for history buffs visiting the Czech Republic.

Nestled into the town of Lukov and the Hostýn Mountains, the castle is just a 40 minute drive away from Zlin. The castle has been in ruins for hundreds of years, standing as a monument to Movaria’s ancient history. You’ll cross the bridge over the moat to reach the castle ruins.

Inside you’ll find many pieces of history including a 13th century Gothic gate, the ground floor of the Western Palace, and a farm building near the entrance. When you’re in the ruins of the Western Palace, you’ll see a vault that was restored by a team of volunteers. Head over to the top of the outer defensive structure of the castle for the best view of the surrounding nature.

• Events: Lukov castle regularly holds events throughout the year. Visit in October to see the bustling Castle Fair or in February for the Winter Fair. Get your medieval costumes ready! Occasionally they host special events including fencing performances and music concerts, so keep your eyes peeled. Events are usually family friendly.
• Ruin repair: Lukov Castle might be in ruins, but the locals here keep it thriving. This is probably one of the few castles you can actually see being repaired by volunteers. Drop by early and get in touch and you might be able to give them a hand.
• Legends: one of the best known stories of Lukov and a local favourite is the rumor that the castle dungeon once held a treasure of the Knights Templar. The story goes that a headless knight still guards the dungeon to protect the treasure.