Červená Lhota Castle

Červená Lhota Castle is a small château in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic notable for its red-painted facades and compact, picture-book appearance. The building is sited on a tiny island in a pond and is approached by a bridge, giving it a reflective waterside setting.

The chateau is most commonly appreciated for its exterior colour and waterside silhouette; short walks around the pond provide multiple views of the ensemble. Interior tours typically cover a selection of historic rooms and the immediate service spaces.

A medieval fortress originally occupied the site and the building underwent significant Renaissance reworking during the early modern period, with later restorations that created its present appearance. Architectural phases include medieval, Renaissance and 19th-century restorative work.

The castle lies in rural South Bohemia near the small settlement that gives it its name, set in a wooded and pond-rich landscape typical of the region.

• Island setting: The castle stands on a small island in a fishpond and is reached by a low bridge, making the red-painted exterior visible from surrounding paths and water-side vantage points.