Gornja Radgona Castle, Medieval castle in Gornja Radgona, Slovenia
Gornja Radgona Castle is a stone fortress positioned on a hilltop that rises above the Mura River valley with a two-story main structure and metal-reinforced gates bearing the Herberstein family crest. The building remains visible from the surrounding landscape, with its fortified design reflecting its past role as a territorial outpost.
The fortress was constructed in the late 1100s and quickly developed into one of the region's major territorial holdings. Its control over numerous surrounding settlements and lands established it as a significant power center at the boundary between historical regions.
The castle functions as a wedding venue where local couples celebrate their ceremonies and communities gather for celebrations. This continues its long-standing role as a center for regional social occasions.
The site can be reached by car via the main road between Murska Sobota and Maribor, with parking available near the entrance area. The approach features a tree-lined promenade that marks the path to the castle.
Hidden within the fortress walls is a remarkably deep well that descends over 50 meters into the ground. This engineering achievement reveals how medieval builders solved the challenge of securing water supply for the castle.
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