Castle of Spirits (Bojnice Castle)
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Bojnice Castle is truly fabulous, probably the most photogenic and most visited castle in Slovakia. The first buildings of the castle appeared in the 9th century, which were made of clay and wood. Then the castle changed a lot of owners, and there are a lot of dates of the names of the owners in the internet, what they did with the castle. Also, clay and wood gradually changed to stone. The Castle got its present (almost present) appearance during a major reconstruction during 21 years at the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century. The castle is surrounded by a moat filled with water. Now this very beautiful castle is sometimes used for filming fairy tales. There are Excursions several times a day. Excursions are quite interesting. Entrance costs 13 euros for an adult. The Castle can be visited for free first Wednesday of every month. Parking is large. Cost is 7 euro for whole day. More information at could be found at www.bojnicecastle.sk
Oleksandr ProtsenkoOleksandr Protsenko
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Bojnice Castle is one of my favorite castles in Slovakia. Rebuilt in 19th Century after the French fashion, it is very romantic and reminds you of fairy tale castles. I like the castle grounds and I take time to visit the park surrounding the castle every time I'm in the area. You can find two gingkos, a lovely pond with a small tower in the middle, with a bridge leading to it. Shame that it's falling apart a bit. The castle is surrounded by a large moat, partially filled with water - and swans (I warned you of the fairy tale stuff!). You can also have a look at the first castle yard, if it is open. In order to get inside, you can take a guided tour. The tour is rather exhausting, includes a lot of information, but no interactivity. The castle itself offers beautiful halls, rooms, as well as an underground cave. I wholeheartidly recommend a visit.
Veronika Hincová FrankovskáVeronika Hincová Frankovská
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Had the misfortune to visit it during kids week. As a foreign tourist in slovakia this really was a bummer. The tour was adapted for kids only, with some sort of a story (everything was in slovak language, nothing against it just describing my personal experience). My only complaint is that there should have been alternative tours at different hours some for kids and then later the regular tour. I had no options than do the kids tour and listen to slovak fairytales or wait 5 days untill this event was over. Also, the waiting time was crazy long (around 2 hours). They did the tour with around 60 people / turn. 60 people its a lot for some of the small rooms, you feel like a sardine in a can in some rooms where everyone stops to listen to the story (you have to move in group). The castle looks good, its very pretty and modern for a castle. Has an interesting Disney vibe to it.
Alex MunteanuAlex Munteanu
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The castle is stunning and breath taking. The downside is that you walk 5000 steps up and down throughout the whole 90mins tour. The tour is difficult for kids, elderly or pregnant but no one will warn you when you are buying the ticket. Also there is a limited capacity of visitor that can enter and entry happens only every hour, and if you do not buy a ticket as soon as you get there, you might not be able to enter as the tickets are usually not available 30mins before entry hour. Also tour is only in Slovak language. There is no place to rest apart in 1 room. This castle seriously needs and an investment into a lift. It is definitely worthy to visit as the exhibition contains items from personal collection of the historic owner of the castle. And he has collected stuff from Middle East, Asia and all around Europe.
TiaTia
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Bojnice Castle is one of the most beautiful and most visited castles in Slovakia. It is located in the town of Bojnice in the Trenčín region and is famous for its fairy-tale architecture and rich history. Originally, the castle was built as a wooden fortress in the 12th century. Over time, it underwent many reconstructions and expansions. It acquired its current romantic appearance thanks to an extensive reconstruction at the end of the 19th century, initiated by Count John Francis Pálffy. The castle is surrounded by a beautiful park and is known for its characteristic features: 1. Tall towers and pointed roofs 2. Rich interior decoration including valuable works of art 3. The Golden Hall with impressive wall paintings 4. A cave beneath the castle, which is part of the tour routes. Bojnický zámok
Marcel BohunskýMarcel Bohunský
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What an amazing tour around the castle. I usually don't go for tour just explore myself but that is not an option here and I was fine by it. Unfortunately the tour guide describes everything in Slovakian but she could answer all questions in English and you were given a brochure guide in the beginning that went through room by room in an easy way to follow by your self. You get to explore multiple floors and rooms of the castle with even a wisit to the caves underneath which was unique and fun. 100% recommend this if you exploring Slovakia as this has been the most beautiful thing to see with the drive so far in Slovakia for me.
Brynjar Snær ArnarssonBrynjar Snær Arnarsson
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Zámok a okolie 1, 972 01 Bojnice, Slovakia
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+421 46/543 06 24
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bojnicecastle.sk
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Bojnice Castle is a medieval castle in Bojnice, Slovakia. It is a Romanesque castle with some original Gothic and Renaissance elements built in the 12th century.
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