Szigliget Castle

Szigliget, Hungary

Szigliget castle was built by Favus Abbot of Pannonhalma, it was completed in 1262. A small village with a church had been developed under the castle belonging to it as usual in the life of a border fortress. The Castle passed into royal proprietorship and then from 1521 for centuries it became the property of Tóti-Lengyel family. Upon the order of Emperor Lipót issued in 1702 the Castle was blow up.To protect its substance as well as to explore, a fund was started in 1991.

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Kisfaludy utca 26, Szigliget, Hungary
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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Hungary

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welovebalaton.hu
gotohungary.com
en.wikipedia.org
www.szigligetivar.eu

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User Reviews

piroska bakonyi (3 months ago)
Amazing and breath-taking views from many points of the castle. There is a reconstruction in progress but I think is not age-appropriate - did not like the tiles over the little houses. Balaton is amazing during autumn period as well :)
Zoltan Batho G. (5 months ago)
One of the nicest towns in around Balaton. A truly magnificent ruin castle, fabulous restaurants, unique atmosphere.
Anton Bendarzsevszkij (5 months ago)
We've been there 10 years ago, and the view was beautiful, but the castle was just a ruin. Now lots have been done, it is renovated very nicely, and absolutely a must to visit when you are at Balaton
Im Kazuya (5 months ago)
Nice place but public transport is not the best and of course you have to climb a steep mountain. But the view is amazing.
Nathan Ford (5 months ago)
Great view of the Baloton from the top. At this time, there was a lot of maintenance and construction going on so not all of the observation decks were open. Be prepared to climb and wear tennis shoes!
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