The remains of the Castle can be visited
Museum
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Lower Castle Visegrád
The Lower Castle of Visegrád, also known as Plintenburg, represents a historic fortification in Hungary that once formed a strategic link between the Upper Castle and the Danube. Its most striking feature is the imposing Solomon Tower, a testament to medieval architecture.
History+
The origins of the Lower Castle date back to the 13th century, when the hexagonal Solomon Tower was erected as a central element. Over the course of history, the complex, particularly the southern part of the tower, suffered significant destruction during the Ottoman wars. Extensive restoration only began in the 1870s but was protracted due to the two World Wars, finally being completed in the 1960s.
Location+
The Lower Castle of Visegrád is located in the town of Visegrád in Pest County, within the Közép-Magyarország (Central Hungary) region of Hungary. It stands at an elevation of approximately 137 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, the remains of the Lower Castle are accessible to visitors. The reconstructed Solomon Tower houses a museum that showcases the rich history of Visegrád. Visitors can explore the complex and delve into the past.
Nearby+
- Roman Fort Pone Navata (Ancient Buildings), approx. 0.3 km away
- Upper Castle Visegrád (Plintenburg) (Castle), approx. 0.4 km away
- Royal Palace Visegrád (Plintenburg) (Palace), approx. 0.6 km away
- Roman Burgus Verőcemaros-Dunamező (Ancient Buildings), approx. 6.1 km away
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