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Bratislavský hrad

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Bratislavský hrad

Step back in time and explore a pivotal site of Bratislava Castle from the Great Moravian period! In the 9th century, the location of Bratislava Castle was home to a fortified Slavic fortress and a three-nave basilica, making it a crucial ecclesiastical and administrative center. Today, visitors can marvel at a replica of the Great Moravian basilica remains on the upper eastern terrace. Don’t miss this captivating journey into history!

Discover the fascinating history of one of the largest Great Moravian churches, a Romanesque sacral building dating back to the late 9th century. Constructed using stones and bricks repurposed from an earlier Roman structure, marked by the XIVth Roman Legion, this basilica was a marvel of its time. Although it likely vanished in the early 10th century, its existence was only uncovered in 1965. While visiting Bratislava Castle, enjoy breathtaking views of St. Martin’s Cathedral, the old town, the Danube River, and the Slovak-Austrian-Hungarian border triangle. The castle, a national cultural monument and the seat of state representation, houses the Historical Museum of the Slovak National Museum. Here, you can explore permanent and current exhibitions that delve into Slovakia’s rich history, the Celts in Slovakia, and the architectural evolution of Bratislava Castle. Plan your visit to Bratislava Castle and immerse yourself in the captivating stories and historical treasures of Slovakia.

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HISTORY OF THE BRATISLAVA CASTLE

Discover a site steeped in history, continuously fortified since the 9th century! This medieval castle, originally a Great Moravian hill fort, was magnificently transformed in the early 15th century by Sigismund of Luxembourg. Its current stunning appearance stems from the Theresian reconstruction of the mid-18th century, with a meticulous restoration completed between 1956 and 1968. Explore the layers of history and architectural brilliance that make this castle a must-visit destination!

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Kontakt

Hradisko spravuje Balneologické múzeum v Piešťanoch.

SNM-Historical Museum

Vajanského nábrežie 2, P. O. Box 13, 810 06 Bratislava 16, Slovakia
tel. +421 0915 99 33 01
e-mail: bratislavskyhrad@snm.sk
web: www.snm.sk

Office of the National Council of the Slovak Republic

Námestie Alexandra Dubčeka 1, 812 80 Bratislava 1, Slovakia
tel. +421 2 5972 2463
e-mail: info@nrsr.sk
web: www.nrsr.sk

How to get to the castle?

A walk to the castle is now part of every excursion route in Bratislava. Most often it starts from St. Martin’s Cathedral, from which we walk under the New Bridge to the other side of the busy road and climb the Castle Steps to the Sigmund Gate. Motorists most often head to the castle via Palisády Street, which leads to the castle car park and enter the castle grounds on foot through the Vienna Gate. If you go by public transport, get off at the Hrad or Zámocká stop – trolleybus line no. 203 or 207

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