Cicava Castle Ruins

Sedliská, Slovakia

The road south of the Veľká Domaša water reservoir leads below the ruins of the Čičava Castle, probably built in 1309-1316. The castle did not survive the last Rákoczis rebellion in 1711 when it was damaged.

The Castle is known for its “Book of Lies and Liars” held here in the 16th and 17th centuries, also referred to as the Book of Čičava - in which curious lies and names of liars were noted. The Slovak idiom “it should be entered in the Čičava Book” is still used and it refers to outrageous or bold lies.

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Founded: 1309-1316
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Slovakia

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User Reviews

J M (11 months ago)
This is a fine place for a few hours stay, picnic and views over the area. Will be great once / if the renovations are finished. Has potential for more.

Daniel Dupkala (11 months ago)
Very nice and exciting castle, many part are accessible.

Karl Kolecava (16 months ago)
Magical

Soňa Kundrátová (2 years ago)
Nice location for a short trip. There are two ways how to get up on the castle. The longer one also includes information about bees and honey. The castle ruins are being reconstructed slowly but surely. The view is beautiful. ☺️

Joonas Böckler (2 years ago)
When it's raining, then the trail up is very slippery!! Other than that it's a great castle to visit!

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