Plavecký Castle Ruins

Plavecké Podhradie, Slovakia

Plavecký Castlee was built as a royal frontier castle between 1256 and 1273. Until the 16th century it was owned by Counts of Jur and Pezinok. In the second half of the 16th century the castle was rebuilt into a Renaissance style with the lower court. Gradually it was again fortified and maintained during the 17th century (new cannon towers were added then). In 1706 the castle was damaged the imperial army that conquered it from the rebels.

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Filip (13 months ago)
15 minute Hike uphill, small ~10 car parking lot by start of the hill. But the pay-off is incredible. Amazing castle with stunning views. Strong lord of the rings vibes ?
Crimson Blue (2 years ago)
Exploring the castle is like going through a quest, the place is really, really large. I spent about an hour there walking the pathways ?and the views are sooo beautiful! There's a free parking. A lot of spaces, though I arrived somewhere around noon. Smth like 20-30 mins walk to the castle, ?
Deepak Budhraja (2 years ago)
Beautiful trial walk to the top of the hill abandoned castle. Takes about 30 mins. Great views from the top.
Lotte Meeuse (3 years ago)
Amazing ruins. Lovely hike in which you have the option to choose an easier or more difficult hike. I’d say about 20/25 minutes up and the same to go down. Very beautiful at sunset, but be careful because you’ll have to walk back through the forest in the dark.
Oliver Bona (7 years ago)
Amazing place for a hike and sight seeing. Came over for a weekend, did a little paragliding, gorgeous !
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