Castle Map

Czech Republic

Castles near Olomouc

76 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre: every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest is Olomouc Fortress, 1 km east of the city centre; the most famous is Špilberk Castle (#395 of 9,035 worldwide) 65 km south-west. The oldest dated site in the circle is Trenčín Castle, founded c. 1050.

The 100 km circle reaches into 3 countries: Czech Republic (59), Poland (12), Slovakia (5).

Within 25 km of Olomouc

Day trips: 25–60 km

+ 15 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Farther afield: 60–100 km

+ 34 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q81137.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Olomouc?

The Castle Map atlas maps 76 landmarks (24 castles · 2 fortresses · 27 palaces & châteaux · 23 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Olomouc, measured straight-line: a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Olomouc?

Olomouc Fortress, a fortress 1 km east of the city centre.

What is the most famous castle near Olomouc?

Špilberk Castle, ranked #395 of 9,035 worldwide in the atlas's fame ranking: 65 km south-west from Olomouc.

What is the oldest castle near Olomouc?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Trenčín Castle, founded c. 1050: 97 km south-east. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Brno (64 km) · Ostrava (80 km) · Trenčín (97 km) · Nysa (98 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.