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Unique Romanesque architectural elements.
Loket, a very old town with a castle of the same name, lies above the valley of the Ohre River between Karlovy Vary and Sokolov.
Loket Castle was founded by Czech kings at the beginning of the 13th century and was strategically located near the territory borders. The castle with its unique Romanesque architectural elements is open to the public, including the deep subterranean dungeons once used as a prison. The settlement, situated on the slopes surrounding the castle, features plenty of sights of historical interest to visitors.
The annual "Loket Opera Festival" is a major attraction which takes place in a picturesque amphitheatre below Loket Castle.
Minimum recommended stay in Loket Castle: 0,5 day
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Loket Castle (Hrad Loket) |
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Zamecka 67, 357 33 Loket, Czech Republic |
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50° 11' 13.81" N, 12° 45' 15.57" E |
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www.hradloket.cz |
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