Hutovo Fortress

Hutovo Fortress is a medieval stronghold in Hutovo with a pentagonal layout and nine towers positioned at key points. The high stone walls enclose an open interior courtyard that served as a defensive space and refuge.

The fortress was built in 1525 and remained under Ottoman control until 1878, when local rebels burned it during a regional uprising. Fire marked a turning point in the structure's role in the area.

The Friends of Old Hutovo organization maintains the fortress grounds and organizes local celebrations within its historical walls.

The site is reachable on foot and offers views of the surrounding landscape from the ruins. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the paths are uneven and sometimes steep.

The towers and walls were specifically angled to allow soldiers with firearms to defend against attackers from multiple angles at once. This design shows how the fortress adapted to the weapons technology of its era.

Location: Hutovo

Inception: June 28, 1525

GPS coordinates: 42.95750,17.81280

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:21