Nehaj Fortress

The fortress measures 18 meters in height and 23 meters in width, with thick stone walls ranging between 2 to 3 meters and five defensive towers.

Captain Ivan Lenkovic constructed the fortress in 1558 using materials from demolished churches and monasteries to create a defense against Ottoman and Venetian forces.

The interior exhibitions present collections of military equipment, traditional costumes, and historical artifacts that belonged to the Uskok defenders of Senj.

The fortress contains eleven cannon positions across its perimeter and includes a cafe where visitors can take breaks during their exploration.

Each gun port in the fortress walls incorporates three separate firing positions, allowing multiple defenders to shoot simultaneously through the same opening.

Location: Senj

Inception: 16 century

Elevation above the sea: 50 m

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 44.98654,14.90344

Latest update: May 14, 2025 14:17