Ronov

Blíževedly, Czechia, Czech Republic (Czechia)

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Ronov is a medieval castle ruin located near the village of Blíževedly in the Liberec Region of the Czech Republic.

The castle sits atop a hill that is part of the Ralsko Hills and is a protected cultural monument. The earliest historical records of Ronov date from the 15th century, although its exact founding date is unclear, with estimates ranging from the late 14th to early 15th century.

It was originally owned by members of the Ronov family and later by Vilém of Ilburk, who made significant renovations. The castle was gradually abandoned after the early 16th century and fell into ruin. During the Thirty Years' War, it was a refuge for locals, but in 1643 it was captured and burned by the Swedish army.

Today, only parts of the fortifications, towers, and cellars remain, and a cross was erected on the site in the 19th century. The castle ruins are an important historical and cultural landmark, symbolizing the region’s medieval heritage.