In this blog you will read and discover the most astonishing and breathtaking castles of Croatia. If you see that we have missed some castle, please let us know in comments bellow or through email!
1. Castle Bračak
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Located close to Zabok and now it is in the phase of reconstruction so it will become a regional energetic centre.
2. Castle Gjalski
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Nowadays is a hotel situated in Zabočke Gredice. It is as well renewed and it was built in Baroque style.
3. Castle Trakošćan
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Located 23 km northeast of Krapina. According to legend, Trakošćan was named by Thracian fortress (arx Thacorum) which, as people say, existed in Antique period. For more information about Castle Trakošćan please click on a link.
4. Castle Golubovec
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Situated in Donja Stubica, this is one of the most important castles of late Baroque epoch.
5. Castle Mihanović
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Located in Tuhelj, today is a classy restaurant. The castle is known for the poet Antun Mihanović, the author of Croatian Anthem.
6. Castle Veliki Tabor
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Stands near Desinić on a hill. If you wish to read more about Castle Veliki Tabor, click on a link!
7. Castle Vojković – Vojkffy
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
It was built between 1770 and 1790, located in Oroslavlje and today is closed for visitors.
8. Castle Frankopan in Severin na Kupi
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Severin was for one deacade capital of Severin county (Gorski kotar and even city of Rijeka). The castle was built in 16th century.
9. Castle Frankopan in Novigrad na Dobri
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
It was built at the end of 11th century. Really close to the castle is well preserved stone bridge on river Dobra.
10. Castle Stari in Varaždin
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
It was first time mentioned in 12th century, this castle was on old Croatian currency (kuna) bill of 5!
11. Castle Lužnica
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Today is a place for religious purposes.
12. Castle Empirej
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
It is not a real castle since it was built by a rich man for his children. Today many people call it Lego castle.
13. Castle Oršić
Photo by: Irena Trkulja
Built in 17th century and situated in Gornja stubica, today is used as a museum.
14. Castle Velika Horvatska
Photo by: Nada Novoselec
Built in 16th century by family Ratkaj. Today the castle is not in best condition.
15. Castle Zwillig
Photo by: Nada Novoselec
Situated in Crna Mlaka in the centre of ornithological reserve and today is in private property.
17. Castle Prandau - Normann
Photo by: Zoran Konestabo
It was built in the first half of 18th century and situated in Valpovo. Today is used as a museum.
18. Castle Stara Sušica
Photo by: Ditka Bart
It is situated close to Ravna gora and built by family Frankopan. The castle was restored in Romantic style.
19. Castle Opeka
Photo by: Maga
Today is a ruin, but there has left wel preserved aboretum.
20. Castle Maruševac
Photo by: Maga
Hidden beauty next to Varaždin built in 15th century.
21. Castle Jalkovec
Photo by: Silverije
A well located next to Varaždin and built in 19th century.
22. Castle Feštetić
Photo by: Silverje
Located next to Čakovec and the name got from the Croatian-Hungarian Feštetić family, who possessed it from 1791 until 1923.
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