Castle Viglas, Medieval castle in District of Detva, Slovakia
Located east of Zvolen near the river Slatina, Castle Viglas stands on a low promontory of the Korčina hill with views over the surrounding valley.
The Gothic castle from the 13th century served as a meeting point for the Order of the Dragon, established by King Sigismund and his wife Barbara.
The castle walls display multiple depictions of dragons hanging on crosses, representing the emblem of the Order of the Dragon throughout the structure.
The castle functions as a congress hotel with 55 rooms, two restaurants, and a wellness center that includes a swimming pool, saunas, and massage facilities.
Former prison guards turned shepherds fled to a mountain hut below the castle, finding refuge from their master and never returning to their duties.
Location: District of Detva
Operator: ZÁMOK VÍGĽAŠ, s.r.o.
Website: http://hrady.sk/viglas
GPS coordinates: 48.55540,19.29964
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:56
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