Historic Estates and Ruins
This collection features the architectural evolution of the Trnava Region, from the defensive ruins of 13th-century border fortresses like Branč and Ostrý Kameň to the refined Baroque and Neoclassical estates of the Esterházy and Erdődy families. Highlights include the secluded 17th-century ruins of the Katarínka monastery and the massive fortifications of Holíč Castle. These sites represent centuries of Slovak history, showcasing medieval military strategy alongside the opulent manor houses that served as administrative and cultural centers for Hungarian nobility.
A Branč Castle
Partially conserved 13th-century border fortress ruins featuring medieval and Renaissance fortifications. The site served as a defensive royal stronghold and later as a prison for religious figures.
B Katarínka
Katarínka are the ruins of a Franciscan monastery and church dating back to the early 17th century, located deep in the forests of the…
C Holíč Castle
Holíč Castle is a Baroque manor house and a historical landmark in Holíč, Slovakia.
D Ostrý Kameň Castle
Ostrý Kameň Castle is a ruined castle in the municipality of Buková in the Trnava region of Slovakia.
E Korlátka
Ruins of an 11th-century border castle built to protect the Czech Road. The site features a preserved tower and remnants of the upper castle fortifications near the village of Cerová.
F Hlohovecký kaštieľ
A prominent manor house originally built as a medieval castle. It was reconstructed into a Baroque-Classical residence by the Erdődy family and features an adjacent Empire-style theater.
G Neogotický kaštieľ
A 19th-century Neo-Gothic manor house in Galanta built by the Esterházy family. The architecture is inspired by the English Tudor style and is situated within a municipal park.
H Kaštiel r. Benyovszkých
A Classicist manor house in Lúč na Ostrove, originally built on 17th-century foundations. It served as the ancestral seat of the Benyovszky family.
I Kaštieľ v Seredi
A Classicist manor house built on the foundations of the medieval Šintava water castle. Formerly owned by the Esterházy family, the site includes a historical landscape park.
J Veľký kaštieľ v Hubiciach
A large Neoclassical manor house dating from the 1830s. It features a grand portico with columns and was historically part of a significant noble estate and stud farm.
Dobrá Voda castle
Dobrá Voda Castle is a ruined castle in the municipality of Dobrá Voda in the Trnava region of Slovakia.
Aggiungi Historic Estates and Ruins Al Tuo Viaggio
Crea un itinerario di viaggio dettagliato con percorsi intelligenti, stime dei tempi e tutto ciò di cui hai bisogno per un viaggio perfetto.
