Golubac, Medieval fortress on the Danube River banks in Serbia
The stone fortress extends along steep cliffs with ten defensive towers positioned strategically to control the Danube River passage through Iron Gate gorge.
First documented in 1335, the fortress changed ownership between Serbian, Hungarian, and Ottoman forces due to its position controlling vital trade routes.
The fortress name derives from the Serbian word golub meaning dove, reflected in different historical maps as Galambas, Galambocz, and Colombazo.
Visitors can explore three distinct compounds within the fortress walls, each featuring specific architectural elements from different construction periods.
The Hat Tower, standing as the tallest structure in the inner fort, contains multiple levels connected by restored medieval staircases.
Location: Golubac
Location: Golubac Municipality
Inception: 1335
Address: Ридан бб, Голубац 12223, Serbia 11300 Голубац
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-15:00
Phone: +38112638794
Website: https://tvrdjavagolubackigrad.rs
GPS coordinates: 44.66119,21.67848
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:39
These fortresses represent European military architecture from medieval to Renaissance periods. From the Baltic to the Black Sea, castles and strongholds stand on mountain peaks, river banks, and strategic heights. The structures display various defense techniques and regional building traditions.
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