Biely Kamen Castle Ruins

Svätý Jur, Slovakia

Above Svätý Jur there are the ruins of the Biely Kameň Castle, which was probably built in the 13th century. It was the seat of the estate of Svätý Jur until the beginning of the 17th century. The Ottoman troops destroyed it in the 1663 and it was never restored. Some parts of walls, window openings, etc. of the castle survive.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Slovakia

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Peter Stadtrucker (2 years ago)
The woods are a lovely place to go hike at , really relaxing and you can actually go and see quite many, odd, but interesting monuments , like a big red cross in the middle of the forest , from afar it's very very unsettling , but that's the fun of an adventure !
Martin Višňanský (3 years ago)
Although not too much to see, however, easy access ruine of long time history. Once you want to complet the journey on "rocky castles and ruines", apart from Red Rock (Cerveny Kamen), Blue Rock (Modry Kamen) the White One (Biely Kamen) is small, but still worth to try.
Pavel Novak (3 years ago)
Amazing ruin and sorroundings as well as people who try to save this castle for future! ???
Pavel Novak (3 years ago)
Cool ?
Pekka Koni (3 years ago)
Best view ever. u can grill there. i would recommend it
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