Vurberk Castle, Medieval castle ruins near Maribor, Slovenia.
The Renaissance walls and defensive towers of Vurberk Castle stand on an elevated position, providing views across the surrounding Slovenian countryside.
First documented in 1238, Vurberk Castle suffered substantial damage during World War II when the South African Air Force's 16 Squadron attacked it in 1945.
The Renaissance portal entrance displays the castle's coat of arms featuring a dragon, representing the architectural and heraldic traditions of medieval Slovenia.
Visitors can contact the castle administration at +386 2 68 40 911 or email obcina.duplek@duplek.si to arrange guided tours of the site.
The castle grounds contain specific energy points where people report experiencing healing energies while exploring the medieval ruins.
GPS coordinates: 46.48660,15.79625
Latest update: March 10, 2025 19:49
Ptuj Castle
9.1 km
Orpheus’ Monument
9.3 km
Schloss Gutenhaag
8.8 km
Municipality of Destrnik
6.7 km
Dominican Monastery of Ptuj
9 km
St. George's Church, Ptuj
9.3 km
Little Castle
9.2 km
Stara usnjarna
9.3 km
Radehova
9.1 km
Cerkev sv. Urbana, Destrnik
6.1 km
Dvorec Strnišče
9.2 km
Town Tower
9.3 km
Borov križ, Zamarkova
9 km
Old Town Hall
9.3 km
Assumption of Mary Parish Church
117 m
Domačija Selce 9
4.5 km
Ravno polje Castle
6.8 km
St. Oswald's Parish Church
9.2 km
Hiša Spodnja Voličina 118
7.6 km
St. Barbara's Parish Church
3.9 km
Cerkev sv. Janeza Krstnika, Starše
3.2 km
Cerkev sv. Ruperta, Spodnja Voličina
6.7 km
Kapelica na križišču, Spodnja Voličina
5.4 km
Gomilno grobišče
6 km
St. Wolfgang's Parish Church
7.9 km
Kapelica pri hiši Zavrh 71, Gradenšak
6.8 km
Domačija Hrastovec 3
8.8 km
Domačija Trnovska vas 21
9.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes