Little Castle, Castle ruin in Kamnik, Slovenia
The Little Castle contains a three-story Romanesque chapel with defensive walls and a restored tower situated above a narrow mountain passage.
The castle, first documented in 1202, experienced a fire at the end of the 13th century and further demolition after the 1511 Idrija earthquake.
The chapel of St. Eligius features wooden ceilings, fresco paintings by Janez Potočnik from 1771, and multiple architectural styles from different periods.
The castle remains open for visitors throughout the year, with the Medieval Days festival taking place at its base every June.
Local folklore mentions Countess Veronika, who transformed into a half-snake creature after refusing to contribute money for church renovations.
Location: Municipality of Kamnik
GPS coordinates: 46.22453,14.61167
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:31
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