Podsreda Castle

Podsreda, Slovenia

Podsreda Castle dates to around 1150 and is probably the best-preserved example of secular Romanesque architecture in Slovenia. It features a typical 12th-century defensive tower (keep), a Romanesque chapel, and two wings from about the same period. The orderly, rectangular plan is also typical of the late Romanesque period.

Over the years the castle has seen many owners. Though neglected after the Second World War, the castle has since undergone extensive renovation work, starting in 1983. During the renovation numerous forgotten and neglected features where rediscovered, among them some Romanesque double windows, the chiselled frames of windows and doors and the remains of paintings. It is open during the summer months and a popular setting for weddings.

References:

Wikipedia

Address

Podsreda 103, Podsreda, Slovenia

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Details

Founded: c. 1150
Category: Castles and fortifications in Slovenia

More Information

kozjanski-park.si
en.wikipedia.org
www.thinkslovenia.com
www.slovenia.info

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

RudeCatStudio Cieszyn (2 years ago)
Full of culture and rich Slovenian history in a magnificent scenery

Matej Grgecic (2 years ago)
Nice service, a lot of interesting things to see inside the castle.

Katja Altintas (3 years ago)
Very nice castle. Giving good entertainment for kids and adults by buying extra activity Treasure hunt. Recommending.

Konstantin G (3 years ago)
Very nice castle, placed on hills. There is just amazing road to there that running through a forest. But pay attention that it closes pretty early.

Jernej Vidmar (Nejc) (4 years ago)
Great experience! Lots of content (not just medival related). But be aware - hunt for treasure is so engaging your kids might not be interested in learning it all :-)

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