Spiš Castle

053 61 Žehra, Slovakia

4.5

Introduction

Slovakia is one of the countries in Europe with the most castles. Among them, Spis Castle is one of the largest castles, covering an area of 4 hectares. The castle was built in 1209 and has a history of hundreds of years. Inside the castle, visitors can find Gothic round towers, a water tower, a small chapel, and a rectangular Romanesque palace. Ancient weapons and torture devices are also on display in the dungeon. Even from a distance on the road, its unique silhouette is impressive. In addition to the architectural masterpiece of the castle, there are hidden many historical stories behind Spis Castle, waiting for tourists to explore.

Address

053 61 Žehra, Slovakia

Opening hours

End of March to end of April, 9:00-17:00 every day (last entry at 16:00)
end of April to end of September, 9:00-19:00 every day (last entry at 18:00)
closed from November to end of March next year. Please refer to the official website for specific times.

Transportation

There are nearly 20 buses from Levoca or Poprad each day. However, there are fewer buses on weekends, so please consult the local tourist center. The bus fare from Levoca to the castle town is 1.1 euros for a one-way trip.

Website http://spisskyhrad.sk/