Uhrovec Castle, Medieval castle ruins in District of Bánovce nad Bebravou, Slovakia.
Uhrovec Castle sits on a steep hillside and preserves stone walls with rectangular towers and Gothic architectural features. The fortification integrates natural rock formations directly into its defensive structure.
The castle was founded in 1258 and served as a strategic defense position and residence for powerful leaders including Matúš Čák Trenčiansky. It played an important role in medieval regional politics.
The castle served as a power center for wealthy families who shaped the surrounding region for centuries. Visitors today can participate in excavation work and help uncover medieval artifacts displayed in the site museum.
A marked hiking trail from Uhrovské Podhradie village leads to the ruins with a climb of about 55 minutes. Wear good shoes for the steep terrain and uneven ground.
The castle design cleverly incorporated the rocky hillside itself, with exposed stone becoming part of the walls. This blend of natural and built elements makes it unlike other castles in the region.
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