Pardubice
Pardubice
project design 2024
Pardubice Region
L&SCAPE, s.r.o.
landscape architecture
ecology: Mgr. Jan Albert Šturma
FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND REVITALISATION OF THE CASTLE RAMPARTS, PARDUBICE
The study proposes a landscape design for the ramparts surrounding Pardubice Castle, which function both as a park and as a venue for cultural events. The design draws on the character of historic fortifications while placing strong emphasis on nature conservation. The area is made more accessible through new openings in the outer defensive wall leading onto the ramparts, as well as through the creation of an informal network of paths across the site. At present, the path system runs exclusively along the crest of the ramparts, linking individual rondels. The existing surfaces on the rampart crest are composed of self-binding gravel, while the connecting paths are paved; guided walks currently follow routes that extend beyond the path network and across the terrain.
The proposal introduces informal paths along both the outer defensive wall and the inner enclosure wall, primarily to accommodate the guided walks organised by the East Bohemia Museum. New connections between paths on the upper and lower levels improve permeability and support more active use of the ramparts. The redesigned path network enhances access throughout the site while offering new views of the castle, the town, and the fortifications themselves. The vegetation within the ramparts is notably diverse, and the design seeks to make this natural richness more accessible to visitors. Two new passages through the rampart wall are proposed from Tyrš Park, improving access to cultural events on the rondels and to a newly proposed open-air auditorium located along the inner enclosure wall.
The planting design is informed by biological surveys and places strong emphasis on nature conservation. Compositionally, it works with a contrast between tree cover and low vegetation, avoiding excessive ornamental treatment. A range of grasses and herbaceous species is used across the site in response to differing conditions and exposures.
FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND REVITALISATION OF THE CASTLE RAMPARTS, PARDUBICE
The study proposes a landscape design for the ramparts surrounding Pardubice Castle, which function both as a park and as a venue for cultural events. The design draws on the character of historic fortifications while placing strong emphasis on nature conservation. The area is made more accessible through new openings in the outer defensive wall leading onto the ramparts, as well as through the creation of an informal network of paths across the site. At present, the path system runs exclusively along the crest of the ramparts, linking individual rondels. The existing surfaces on the rampart crest are composed of self-binding gravel, while the connecting paths are paved; guided walks currently follow routes that extend beyond the path network and across the terrain.
The proposal introduces informal paths along both the outer defensive wall and the inner enclosure wall, primarily to accommodate the guided walks organised by the East Bohemia Museum. New connections between paths on the upper and lower levels improve permeability and support more active use of the ramparts. The redesigned path network enhances access throughout the site while offering new views of the castle, the town, and the fortifications themselves. The vegetation within the ramparts is notably diverse, and the design seeks to make this natural richness more accessible to visitors. Two new passages through the rampart wall are proposed from Tyrš Park, improving access to cultural events on the rondels and to a newly proposed open-air auditorium located along the inner enclosure wall.
The planting design is informed by biological surveys and places strong emphasis on nature conservation. Compositionally, it works with a contrast between tree cover and low vegetation, avoiding excessive ornamental treatment. A range of grasses and herbaceous species is used across the site in response to differing conditions and exposures.
