Kašperk in Šumava is surrounded by a rich world of tales about devils, sprites, fairies and ghosts. Travelking particularly mentions the old woman Swiza, who supposedly turns victims to stone, and the mysterious Šplhavec, the Climber, said to appear on the castle walls.
WHERE TO FIND THE PLACE
Location and map
- Place
- Kašperské Hory
- Municipality / starting point
- Kašperské Hory
- District / region
- Klatovy
- Country
- Czechia
- Location in the sources
- Kašperk Castle
Approximate location on the map
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SOURCES OF THE STORY
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This legend preserves a folk tale. Its motifs do not constitute evidence of supernatural events.