Dívčí Kámen: A Majestic Medieval Castle Ruin

Getting There

• Walking

  From the free parking lot in Třísov, near the train station, follow the red-marked trail. You can hike 1.5km through the forest or walk 2km along the road passing through fields and forest. The red path through the forest is considered relatively easy. The trails converge near the castle entrance, where you'll find a small wooden kiosk to pay the entrance fee. After the kiosk, climb a long set of stairs to reach a stone archway.

• Public Transport

  Take a train from České Budějovice to Třísov station. From the Třísov train station, it's a walk to Dívčí Kámen. Follow the red trail from the train station towards Dívčí Kámen. After approximately 600m, you'll find a tourist shelter and a viewpoint overlooking the ruins. Continue following the red trail, cross a stream, and proceed for another 200m to reach a viewpoint over the Vltava River. Return to the bridge, continue on the red trail under the ramparts to the castle entrance. Train ticket costs range from 21 Kč to 50 Kč.

• Driving

  The simplest way to reach Dívčí Kámen is by car, approximately a 15-minute drive from Český Krumlov. Drive to the nearby town of Třísov and locate the free parking lot near the train station. From Český Krumlov: drive through Třísov towards Holubov. Where the road descends into a level stretch, turn sharply right between the houses. The turn isn't marked with a Dívčí Kámen sign, so slow down. After passing the houses, you'll reach a water treatment plant and a small bridge. The parking lot is located before the treatment plant and bridge. From the parking lot, follow the red-marked trail.