Uzhhorod Castle, Medieval citadel in Uzhhorod, Ukraine.

Uzhhorod Castle is a medieval fortress in the city of Uzhhorod with a trapezoidal layout and tall bastions. The fortified structure is surrounded by a dry moat and features defensive loopholes integrated into its thick stone walls.

The fortress was established in the medieval period and controlled for centuries by the Drugeth family, Hungarian nobles with Franco-Italian origins. This family strengthened its defenses by applying advanced military architecture of their era.

The castle houses a museum dedicated to regional history, displaying bronze artifacts, coins, and weapons from different periods. Visitors can learn about the traditions and craftsmanship of the local population through these collections.

The fortress is open to visitors most days of the week, and it helps to check opening hours in advance before planning your visit. The site has well-marked paths and relatively level terrain, so a one-hour visit is usually enough to see the main areas.

The castle was never taken by storm after its 16th-century reconstruction. Its last defenders were an Austrian garrison during Ferenc II Rákóczi's uprising; in 1707 the castle received ambassadors of Peter I during negotiations with Rákóczi's representatives. After the uprising was crushed in 1711, paintings, furniture, a collection of precious dishes and weapons were taken from it to Vienna.