Strečno Castle, Medieval castle in Žilina District, Slovakia.
The stone fortress rises 103 meters above the Váh River, featuring defensive towers, a chapel, and multiple palaces connected by courtyards.
First documented in 1384, the castle expanded from an initial 18x22 meter structure to become one of the strongest fortifications in northern Slovakia.
The castle houses exhibitions from the Považie Regional Museum, presenting artifacts and stories from centuries of Slovak noble life.
Guided tours in Slovak language operate every 30 minutes from April through September, with information booklets available in multiple languages.
The castle includes a preserved water collection system with both a medieval rainwater cistern and a deep well added during 15th century renovations.
Location: District of Žilina
Accessibility: No accesible en silla de ruedas
Website: https://www.pmza.sk/hrad-strecno
Operator: Považské múzeum v Žiline
Opening Hours: abril-septiembre 9:00-17:00, octubre 9:00-15:00, noviembre Sábado-Domingo 9:00-15:00
Phone: +421415697400
Website: https://pmza.sk/hrad-strecno
GPS coordinates: 49.17454,18.86216
Latest update: March 7, 2025 13:55
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