ĽUPČA Castle

The castle was founded before 1250 and was originally used by king's family as a hunting residence. Later the castle changed the owners who adjusted it into their needs. Many additional and rebuilt parts show the evidence of it. While amendment work in the 17th century the courtyard was supplemented by arcades and arches in the rooms were changed. At that period the castle was residence of Lupca nobility. The property was changed into an orphanage after the fire in 1860, and during the last regime there were nuns placed in the castle. Thanks to continuous use of the castle it has survived in quite good conditions.

An interesting castle object is the well with 5 underground corridors leading from it. There is a massive 700-year-old Korvin lime tree standing next to the castle gate. A legend says that King Matej Korvin used to like sitting under the tree. It is 25 metres high and its trunk perimeter is nearly 7,5 metres. Since 1969 it has been preserved.

Opening hours

Accompanied by guide you can see the castle courtyard, Upper Castle, the hall, the chapel and some of the rooms.

MARCH - JUNE 2024

The castle is open every day except Monday, when it is closed. During the working week, only the Dolný hrad circuit is accessible. Guided tours of the Upper Castle take place on weekends and holidays, every full hour from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (last admission).
In the case of a group of more than 20 people, please notify us in advance.

We provide information about opening hours and guided tours only during working hours (Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)

DECEMBER – FEBRUARY 2024/2025

CLOSED.