Castle of Dédes

The stone fortification stands on a 597-meter hill, featuring remnants of a square tower, surrounding walls, and a brick water cistern system.

Built after the Mongolian invasion in the 13th century under King Béla IV's fortification program, the castle served as a defensive stronghold until 1567.

The fortress represents medieval Hungarian military architecture and contains archaeological evidence of Late Bronze Age settlements in the surrounding area.

The ruins require careful exploration due to ongoing structural deterioration, with safety measures including timber supports and protective fencing installed in 2008.

During the final siege in 1567, defenders planted explosives in the tower before escaping through a tunnel, resulting in the death of 400 Ottoman soldiers.

Location: Dédestapolcsány

GPS coordinates: 48.13385,20.47437

Latest update: March 30, 2025 02:14