Krško Castle, Castle ruin in Cesta, Slovenia.
Krško Castle is a ruin standing on a hilltop above the Sava River, featuring stone structures from different periods of history. The remains show architectural elements that reflect both medieval and later modifications to the original structure.
The fortress was built during the medieval period and received major restructuring in the 16th century under Count Fallenstein, shaping its current form. These transformations made it an important example of how defensive structures evolved in the region.
The castle ruins serve as a tangible record of medieval defensive architecture in Slovenia, recognized as registered immobile cultural heritage.
The ruins are accessible by following marked trails through the area, which are straightforward to navigate. The location in the Municipality of Krško in eastern Slovenia is well connected to local walking paths.
The ruin sits on a hillside with views overlooking the Lower Sava valley and surrounding hills of Lower Carniola. From this elevated vantage point, visitors can understand the landscape and the strategic importance of the former defensive position.
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