Gerenna Castle

Gerenna Castle is a medieval fortification ruin situated on a hilltop near Szilvásvárad in Heves County. The remaining stone walls and foundations sit on elevated terrain, offering views across the forested and agricultural landscape surrounding the site.

The fortress was built around 1400 as part of the medieval defense system across northern Hungary. Its construction coincided with an era when such strongholds were essential responses to regional warfare and territorial threats.

The ruins display construction features typical of medieval Hungarian fortifications, showing how builders designed defensive structures of that era. Walking among the remains reveals the practical choices made for protecting the settlement below.

The ruins are accessible via marked hiking paths from Szilvásvárad that wind through the forested and hilly terrain. Information boards at the site explain the history and architectural significance of the location.

The site holds official status as a cultural heritage monument, recognizing its importance to Hungarian architectural preservation. This designation means the ruins have drawn ongoing scholarly and conservation interest beyond typical tourist attention.

GPS coordinates: 48.09100,20.43233

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04