Kokořín Castle

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Kokořín Castle

Kokořín Castle (Czech: Hrad Kokořín) is a castle located some 10 km (6 mi) northeast of Mělník, Czech Republic. It was built in the first half of the 14th century by order of Hynek Berka z Dubé. It was heavily damaged during the Hussite Wars and stood in ruins until the reconstruction campaign of 1911–1918. It was nationalized in 1948 and has been designated a national cultural landmark since 2001. The nature preserve of takes its name from this castle.

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Coordinates: 50°26′25″N 14°34′36″E / 50.44028°N 14.57667°E / 50.44028; 14.57667


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