Dobrá Niva Castle

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Dobrá Niva Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Podzámčok, Slovakia.

The castle site contains remnants of Gothic walls and towers positioned on elevated ground near the village of Podzámčok.

Built after 1254 when King Bela IV granted privileges to local inhabitants, the castle served as a guard post along the Via Magna route.

The fortress represents medieval Slovak defense architecture and maintains status as a designated cultural heritage monument of Slovakia.

Visitors can explore the castle grounds without entrance fees, with access available through marked hiking trails from nearby settlements.

The castle passed through ownership of Hungarian queens and supported Ladislaus V during crown disputes in the fifteenth century.

Location: Podzámčok

Inception: 13 century

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Website: https://hrady-zamky.sk/dobra-niva

GPS coordinates: 48.50306,19.10361

Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:40

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