Füzér Castle Ruins

Füzér, Hungary

The ruins of Füzér Castle stand on a solitary rock cone at the edge of the village. It was built by the designs of 'Blind' Anoronicus at the beginning of the 13th century and expanded in the 14th and 15th centuries. The castle was ruined at the end of the 18th century. Its architectural characteristics include stone remains in lace form. The entire castle hill is a protected historic site with protected plants and animals. The reconstruction of the castle has only lately begun in earnest. A significant part of the castle walls are standing, the most in tact is its beautiful, two-store Gothic chapel and renewed shingle roof structure. The renewed casle chapel was inaugurated in 2002.

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Vár utca 20, Füzér, Hungary
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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Hungary

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gotohungary.com
www.fuzer.hu

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Bohdan Dobosh (8 months ago)
An interesting place where the history of Hungary began is the city of Esztergom. Esztergom is one of the oldest cities in the country and a former capital of Hungary. It is home to the magnificent Esztergom Basilica, which is the largest in the country, as well as the royal palace where significant historical events took place. The city played a key role in the formation of the Hungarian state and the preservation of national cultural heritage.
Ivan Potoki (9 months ago)
Füzér Castle dating back to the 13th century, combines Gothic and Renaissance styles. It offers stunning views, a history museum, cultural events, and guided tours, all set amidst scenic natural beauty. One of the most interesting places I've visited. Recommended
MrDjugashvili (9 months ago)
Disappointed, waste of time and money. Especially if you decided travel all the way from Budapest. 16th century castle, but nothing left from old times. They used "new" lamber to imitate old fashioned furniture, but not so successful. Some construction works going on. Exhibitions not interesting, just demonstrating households.
Richard Baráth (2 years ago)
The fortress lost most of its historical value after the reconstruction and was turned into an exhibition place. I missed the display original historical objects connected to Füzèr or the region. The views from the hilltop are amazing and you can learn a lot about how people lived in the castle via various installations. There are also free guided tours in Hungarian which you can join or you can get an audio guide in the visitor centre. Inside the visitor centre there is also toilet but drinks and food you cannot buy. However at the parking lot there is a kiosk with refreshments and also a fairy tale playground for kids in the forest.
Joe Macpherson (2 years ago)
Excellent Medieval castle. Really well preserved. Lots of rooms to explore. It has multiple language information including English. There are some absolutely breathtaking views and a few lovely walking paths. Recommended
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