Zsámbék Castle

Zsámbék, Hungary

The Zsámbék Castle was built on the spot of a 14th-15th century castle by the Zichy family in the 1690's as a castle, and it was turned into a palace in the 18th century. The early Baroque palace has a plain exterior look with two corner towers.

From 1904, the Sisters Hospitallers of the Sacred Cross used and renovated the building. Probably during these renovations were the medieval great hall and the outbuildings removed. Later the palace was used by a kindergarten and different schools. Since 1929, the palace houses the Vilmos Apor Catholic School.

References:

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Castles and fortifications in Hungary

Address

Zichy Miklós tér 3, Zsámbék, Hungary

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Details

Founded: 1690s
Category: Castles and fortifications in Hungary

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

György Mertl (11 months ago)
Luckily, I managed to go inside and look around, because otherwise it is not open to the public. Very nicely renovated and maintained. It operates as a 12-grade school center.

László Cselényi (16 months ago)
The concert in memory of Tamas Cseh held in the inner courtyard was very pleasant. No extraneous noise filters in.

Szilvia Udvardy (2 years ago)
It was not public, I could take some photos from afar

Kné Bea (3 years ago)
Arranged from the outside. A sleeping man made of sand is a great job

Eitan Goldmann H. (3 years ago)
It is a must. A beautiful landmark remnants. Worthwhile visiting all around the year.

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