Szigliget Castle
Szigliget Castle
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David-Miriam-Cohen
Israel292 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Thousand year old castles with great views are my favorite places to visit in Europe. Sziglet has 'only' been around since the 13th century, and it's layout and history are pretty standard- but the view of lake Balaton is fantastic. Surprisingly, many of the explanations on the history of the castle are in English, and detail the strategic placing of the castle as well as its history.
Free parking, easy to get to by car.
Free parking, easy to get to by car.
Written September 20, 2022
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Gergely Ivány
Budapest, Hungary29 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Not so easy to find parking place. Queue was long enough at entrance. You can only pay for ticket by cash. Ticket price is ~3€. View is beautiful. Definitely worth to visit. Some room have a composition of the mid age life, eg.: kitchen, bedroom, smithy, stable. There is a little buffet inside. Good program for adults and children either.
Written August 4, 2020
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Tom H
Oxford, UK10 contributions
Aug 2020
Great views of Balaton and interesting castle ruins if you can handle the steep trek up . We parked at the castle entrance (not the very bottom of the hill) and my son explored every turret and room in the place. Refreshments were available at the castle itself and at the car park/entrance area.
Written August 23, 2020
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אריאלה פ
Budapest, Hungary139 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
We visit it in a hot day, but in the last period of season so it wasn't crowded. Not too much information, atleast that what we felt. No tourist guide offered . Tickets price little high for what the sight offer.
Written September 16, 2022
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András C
Budapest13 contributions
Aug 2021
The renovation of the Castle has just been completed. Exciting exhibits, interactive elements, safe environment, clean toilets, cheap ticket. Can get very busy in the high season, arrive early. Unique view. Bonus: evening concerts at the Castle, quality food-court by the entrance.
Written August 24, 2021
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Charlotte H
Huntington Beach, CA42 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
You must first climb a cobbled road at a steep angle for about 300 feet. Along the way, there are interesting placards detailing the geological history (volcanic) of the surrounding area and the local flora and fauna. Once you climb to the top, there is an entrance fee of about $5. There are archery demonstrations by locals in knight costume in a small amphitheater close to the entrance. For a small fee, they will teach you how to shoot an arrow. This would be fun for kids (6-12). Local schools often organize field trips here. The ruins are fascinating, provide amazing vantage points for 360 views of entire Balaton area and authentic reproductions of ancient kitchens, rooms and a small ancient chapel. Posters around the entire site detail the history of the castle and surrounding area. There is a lot of climbing around different levels, so this tour is not for the infirm. Once you climb down the road, there is excellent icecream next to the church.
Written April 22, 2018
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Caz C
Hvar Island, Croatia784 contributions
This is a really impressive and well maintained attraction. Our children had a great time clambering all around, imagining themselves firing cannons etc. I particularly liked the section with decorated and furnished rooms depicting life at the time. The Benedictine chapel, the oldest part of the ruins, is also a very spiritual place. A great way to spend an hour or two.
Written May 8, 2014
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pjwilliams35
Budapest, Hungary17 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
Walk up and around the castle to work up your appetite for the utterly fantastic ice cream cafe just below. Or you could have the ice cream first & then go to the castle before going for another ice cream!
Written November 4, 2016
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FKL216
Budapest, Hungary165 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
The several year efforts of local initiatives were strengthened by bodgetary support in the recent years, so Szigliget Castle gets nicer and nicer, and provides more an more attractive programs as well.
Written June 24, 2014
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Andrea H
12 contributions
Aug 2020
Great experience with the family, there are plenty of installations, maps, heralds to look at besides the gorgeous view! If you are in the area it is a must do with kids!
Written November 3, 2020
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- Hotels near Szigliget Castle:
- (0.19 mi) Apartmanhaz a Hazaterohoz
- (0.25 mi) Quiet, thatched farmhouse with garden and panoramic lake views
- (7.52 mi) Wellness Hotel Katalin
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- (0.92 mi) Villa Kabala
- Restaurants near Szigliget Castle:
- (0.11 mi) Varkavezo Szigliget
- (0.22 mi) Eszterhazy Pince
- (0.25 mi) Aranypatko
- (0.28 mi) Magyaros Restaurant
- (0.91 mi) Villa Kabala
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