Fužine Castle

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Fužine Castle, Renaissance castle in Ljubljana, Slovenia

Fužine Castle features an elongated rectangular design with four corner towers, three square and one round, positioned along the Ljubljanica River.

The castle construction occurred between 1528 and 1557 under the direction of architects Črt and Janez Weilheimer for the influential Khisl family.

The Museum of Architecture and Design occupies the castle since 1992, displaying collections of Slovenian architectural development and works from architect Jože Plečnik.

The castle facilities accommodate up to 800 visitors for events and provide guided tours through its Renaissance architecture and museum exhibitions.

The castle grounds include Slovenia's first alternating current hydroelectric plant from 1896, making it a technical monument of industrial heritage.

Location: Ljubljana City Municipality

GPS coordinates: 46.05058,14.56375

Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:34

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