Jasenov Castle, Medieval castle ruin in Humenné District, Slovakia
Jasenov Castle is a stone fortress ruins situated on a limestone hill at an elevation of 392 meters, with remaining walls, barrel vaults, and a Renaissance gate still visible today. The surviving structures reveal the original layout and construction methods of this noble residence.
The Drugeth family received this fortress from King Charles I of Hungary during the 1310s and kept it until its destruction in 1644. The stronghold remained a private possession through changing times in the region.
This fortress served as a private noble residence rather than a royal stronghold, setting it apart from other fortifications in the region. You can still observe architectural details that show how the family lived here during its active period.
You can reach the ruins by walking from Humenné, following blue hiking marks for about an hour and a half of steady climbing. The marked trail makes navigation straightforward, though the terrain is hilly.
During the 1500s, someone used the fortress to secretly produce counterfeit coins, causing complaints from nobles in neighboring countries. This hidden operation reveals how remote the castle was and how much control its inhabitants had over their surroundings.
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