Orava Castle

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Orava Castle, Medieval castle museum in Oravský Podzámok, Slovakia.

The castle rises on a limestone cliff 112 meters above the Orava River, featuring multiple buildings connected by fortified walls and towers.

Built in the 13th century following Mongol invasions, the castle served as the administrative center of Árva county within the Hungarian Kingdom by 1370.

The castle museum displays collections of period furniture, medieval weapons, archaeological findings, and regional artifacts across multiple exhibition rooms.

Visitors can reach the castle by car from Dolny Kubin or by train to Oravsky Podzamok station, with parking available in the village.

The castle gained international recognition as Count Orlok's residence in the 1922 horror film Nosferatu, one of the first vampire movies.

Location: Oravský Podzámok

Address: 027 41 Oravský Podzámok

Phone: +42143/5816151

Website: http://oravskemuzeum.sk

GPS coordinates: 49.26183,19.35857

Latest update: March 10, 2025 11:36

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