Castle and Manor-house Liptovský Hrádok - tour through the castle

History & Culture, When the weather is bad, Stroller walks

The Castle Hrádok built on a small hill near the river Belá is situated in the town Liptovský Hrádok in the north of Slovakia. Though several versions of a story narrating the origin of the castle exist, one thing is certain: the first reference to the castle is from 1341.

The head of the Zvolen county Donč built the castle at the beginning of the 14th century. It was one of the military buildings guarding an important trade route along the river Váh. One of the legends testifies that the castle was connected by underground passages to the fortifications near Liptovský Ján and even the castle Liptovský hrad.

Later it became the seat of administration of the castle estate owned by the Kings of Hungary until the mid-15th century. The posterior owners (among them the noble families of Zápoľský, Thurzo, Ballas and others) received it as a gift. The Castle was heavily damaged during the Rebellions of the Estates at the turn of the 17th and 18th century. It is now under reconstruction.

The Renaissance manor was added to the Castle structure in the 17th century. After a recent reconstruction it offers a stylish accommodation, food and unconventional conference rooms.

Access: on foot from Liptovský Hrádok (it takes 10 min); driving in the direction of Pribylina is possible as far as the Castle.

Please note that this exhibition is only in the Slovak language. Translate the text on information boards using the text translator from photos. Download the Google translate Android or iOS app, click on Camera button and take a picture of the info board.

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Places Around

Sightseeing point Skalka

Sightseeing point Skalka

Liptovský Hrádok has an interesting place called Skalka (The Little Rock). You can get to its top by an undemanding path and from this point you will have a wonderful view of the whole town of Liptovský Hrádok, the Belá River as well as the town surroundings.

Arboretum in Liptovsky Hradok

Arboretum in Liptovsky Hradok

The history and the present time of the town Liptovský Hrádok is closely related to wood, forestry, beekeeping, iron ore and nature. You have a chance to spend wonderful moments while walking in the lime trees alley or at the town Arboretum and bring back the memories of people you have met and the places you have visited.

Mineral water Medokýš

On the walk from Liptovský Ján underneath the mountain, through Borovo Sihoť to Liptovský Hrádok you can stop at spring Medokýš to refresh its refreshing water.

The Stanisovska cave Jánska dolina

The Stanisovska cave is situated in the Liptovský Mikuláš district, in the territory of Liptovský Ján. The entrance is on the northwestern slope of Smrekovica in the Low Tatras National Park at elevation of 761 m, and 39 m below the level of Štiavnica Brook.

Information and Cultular Center Liptovsky Jan

Information and Cultular Center Liptovsky Jan

This village is one of the most beautiful localities of the region Liptov and provides visitors with a wide scale of possibilities; thermal springs in summer and snowy slopes in winter.

JURsport

JURsport agency is dedicated to sports, tourist and recreational activities in Liptov, in a region in the heart of Slovakia.

Central Perk

Central Perk

Čajovňa/kaviareň/shisha bar Central Perk

Sightseeing point Skalka

Sightseeing point Skalka

Liptovský Hrádok has an interesting place called Skalka (The Little Rock). You can get to its top by an undemanding path and from this point you will have a wonderful view of the whole town of Liptovský Hrádok, the Belá River as well as the town surroundings.

Arboretum in Liptovsky Hradok

Arboretum in Liptovsky Hradok

The history and the present time of the town Liptovský Hrádok is closely related to wood, forestry, beekeeping, iron ore and nature. You have a chance to spend wonderful moments while walking in the lime trees alley or at the town Arboretum and bring back the memories of people you have met and the places you have visited.

The Stanisovska cave Jánska dolina

The Stanisovska cave is situated in the Liptovský Mikuláš district, in the territory of Liptovský Ján. The entrance is on the northwestern slope of Smrekovica in the Low Tatras National Park at elevation of 761 m, and 39 m below the level of Štiavnica Brook.