Gýmeš Castle, Medieval castle ruin at 514 meters in Nitra District, Slovakia
The stone remains of Gýmeš Castle stand on a hilltop, containing sections of defensive walls and a main tower dating from the 13th century.
The castle served as a strategic stronghold, successfully repelling attacks from King Ottokar II of Bohemia's armies in 1271 and 1273.
The noble Forgách family maintained the castle as their residence for centuries, expanding and modifying the structure according to different architectural periods.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins by following red and yellow hiking marks from Jelenec-Remitáž recreation center, with a walking time of one hour.
The castle features a semi-cylindrical tower and underwent substantial baroque reconstruction between 1713 and 1755 under the direction of Paul IV Forgács.
Location: Nitra District
Inception: 13 century
Elevation above the sea: 514 m
Website: https://gymes.sk
GPS coordinates: 48.41167,18.22222
Latest update: May 13, 2025 16:38
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