Kremnica Town Castle

Kremnica Town Castle is a medieval fortress complex in Slovakia featuring double fortification walls that connect to the town's defensive structures. The Church of St Catherine stands at its center and serves as the main architectural element within the compound.

The fortress developed between the mid-13th and late 15th centuries, serving as a key defensive position for the region. It became closely linked to mint operations that produced currency for medieval Hungarian rulers and held strategic importance.

The castle houses a Museum of Coins and Medals with exhibitions about medieval currency production and archaeological discoveries from the fortifications. Visitors can explore how this location played a vital role in monetary systems of the past.

Reaching the exhibition areas requires climbing 127 stone spiral steps within the complex. Visitors with disability identification documentation can arrange special access arrangements for easier entry.

A 14th-century ossuary in the basement features Gothic wall paintings depicting scenes from the life of St Erasmus. This rare decoration reveals the artistic skill invested in religious spaces during medieval times.

Location: District of Žiar nad Hronom

Website: https://muzeumkremnica.sk

GPS coordinates: 48.70624,18.91761

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06