Taródi Castle, Architectural folly in Sopron, Hungary
The limestone fortress spans 4,300 square meters across the Nándor Hill, with its tallest tower reaching 20 meters into the sky.
Construction of this private castle began in 1959 when István Taródi decided to replace his wooden fortress with a stone structure.
Local residents named it the Castle of the Fool as they could not understand why a single person would construct such an extensive fortress.
The castle offers guided tours through multiple levels, connecting towers, and stone chambers, with parking facilities available near the entrance.
István Taródi built this entire fortress alone over 50 years while maintaining his regular job, carrying stones and materials before dawn and after dusk.
Inception: 1953
GPS coordinates: 47.67717,16.56112
Latest update: May 11, 2025 04:09
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