Oponice Castle, Gothic castle ruin in Oponice, Slovakia
The stone remains of Oponice Castle stand on a forested hill, featuring a preserved bergfried tower and sections of medieval defensive walls.
The Csák family constructed Oponice Castle at the end of the 13th century to protect the route through the Nitra Valley and their estate borders.
The castle became the namesake of the noble Apponyi family in 1406, who maintained control over this strategic fortification for several centuries.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through marked hiking trails starting from the village of Oponice, with parking available near the trailhead.
A fire in 1645 marked the beginning of the castle's decline, leading to its capture by Hungarian insurgents in the early 18th century.
Location: Oponice
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 48.44822,18.15649
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:07
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