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Top Things to do in Slovenia
10 Castles in Slovenia That You Shouldn't Miss
Coordinates: 46°07′N 14°49′E / 46.117°N 14.817°E / 46.117; 14.817
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1. Zovnek Castle
2. Grad Brezice
3. Zaprice Castle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By SloExpo
Its a really nice museum, VERY friendly staff, and cheap prices. The lady also has some really old items you can test out, like a 50-year-old camera
4. Grad Prem
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
The castle that watches over the Brkini Hills and the Reka Valley was built in the 12th century. A compact two-story grat hall has a Romanesque nucleus and a smaller yard protected by a wall and a round tower. The inner yard was decorated with Renaissance arcades. A walking trail and a couple of bike trails lead past this exceptional site.
5. Dvorec Ravne
6. Raka Castle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Raka Castle is one of the oldest medieval castles in Slovenia built in 12th Century. The castle has a museum with a large numbers of antique furniture, paintings and arms. Open for large groups only.
7. Predjama Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,619 reviews
Predjama Castle is situated in the middle of a towering cliff, a mere 9 km from Postojna Cave. Picturesque, magnificent, defiant, mysterious and impregnable, it has been dominating the surrounding area, perched high up in the 123-metre high cliff, for more than 800 years. It is listed among the Guinness World Records as the largest cave castle in the world. Check the timetable of visits by months.
Reviewed By IN_Travelers47906 - West Lafayette, United States
Predjama Castle. When travelling Rovinj, Croatia to Ljubljana, we debated whether or not to make the side trip to this castle since we had already seen two other major structures built into cliffs (Tekija Blagaj Dervish House, Mostar and Pustinja Blaca/Blaca Hermitage, Brac) on this trip, but we are glad we did. Our GPS lady friend got us there with just one little glitch, which we overcame having learned to follow local road signs any time there is a discrepancy with the GPS. The drive there was through little villages and it took us about an hour to reach the castle from the Croatia-Slovenia border. There is a small parking lot which is only 50 m from the path to the cave. No fee is required unless you decide to go inside. The Predjama Castle is a picturesque and impregnable castle perched in the middle of a 404’ high rocky cliff where it has rested for over 800 years. We have learned that settling in the caves initially provided people such as monks and kings protection from pirates and the rest of the structures are the product of home improvements made over the centuries. At the base of the cliff flows the Lokva River, which disappears underground deep below the castle, which has had a variety of owners over the centuries. At the end of WWII the castle was “confiscated and nationalized by the Yugoslav Communist authorities and turned into a museum” which did not work out well. Since 2007 it has been managed by an independent company. We did not pay to go in because from what we read, the insides are not authentic, but contain lots of suits of armor and warfare gear. We did spend about 45 minutes walking the grounds, taking pictures and using the clean restroom. Food is also for sale. All in all, this is a worthy stop that we are glad we made. As an aside, about 10 minutes away were the caves. We drove past on our way back to the highway and were amazed at the size of the parking lot there, as well as the number of cars. It looked like Disney World. I am sure it must be a wonderful adventure for some, but at 70, I try to avoid large crowds where I am shuttled about like cattle.
8. Masun Castle
9. Bogensperk Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
The Renaissance Bogenšperk Castle was built at the beginning of the sixteenth century by the Wagen family - who gave the castle its name - Wagensperg. The castle changed several owners before it was bought by Janez Vajkard Valvasor and his wife. Valvasor gradually turned the castle into a cultural and science centre boasting a print studio and a rich library. This golden period lasted until 1692.Bogenšperk castle is today a major Slovenian cultural landmark, with a museum based on the life and work of Janez Vajkard Valvasor. One can take a stroll trough the castle park, opt for a exercise on the castle track or enjoy at the castle inn Krčma.
Reviewed By 17Edy6 - Brezovica pri Ljubljani, Slovenia
This small, but cute castle stands on a little hill near city Litija. The castle was first mentioned in year 1533. It has a square floor plan. The castle has a medieval appearance. It has several museum collections,the wedding hall, park, restaurant. We visited it three times, twice with guide. It was never crowded. Recommended to visit it.
10. Celje Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By toma_p475 - Celje, Slovenia
Almost free entrance fee for citizens of Celje. You pay only the first time that you visit and you receive a Keycard. After that, with a Keycard, the entrance is free of charge.
