Komenda Castle

Polzela, Slovenia

Komenda castle was mentioned already in 1149. It was owned by the Sovereign Order of Malta from 1323 to 1780. The castle represents historical construction features and style elements and is an important cultural and historic monument.

A special relic of the castle is its antique lion made of Pohorje marble, which stands on the staircase railing just by the entrance gate. Above the stairs, a bronze plaque with the portrait of France Prešern, our greatest poet, is built into the wall.

References:

slovenia.info

Address

Polzela 113, Polzela, Slovenia

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Slovenia

More Information

www.dezela-celjska.si
www.slovenia.info

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Luka Mitrovic (2 years ago)
Historical place, one of must see in Savinjska

D K (2 years ago)
Nice littlw castle with restaurant. Not much to see though.

Stanko Gabor (3 years ago)
Small, lovely castle. Nice view on surrounding hills. Nice for a part of one day trip. ??

Paul Heller (3 years ago)
Nice 10th century castle located in the city center of Polzela. We did not go inside, but there is a small museum. In non-Covid times there is a bistro where you can sit and eat/drink in the courtyard. It's free to enter and free to park.

Marc Lecerc (4 years ago)
Very good looking inside

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