Drienčanský hrad

Drienčany –

In the village of Drienčany in the Rimavská Sobota district, the birthplace of the famous fairytale writer Pavol Dobšinský, you will find the ruins of a castle built in the 13th century. Although only minimal remnants of its walls have been preserved, this former medieval seat is shrouded in various stories and legends regarding its demise. Set off to find the castle hill and view the remaining ruins of Drienčanský hrad.

You can reach the castle directly from the village of Drienčany. The ruins are located on the edge of the village on an elevated castle hill. An information board in the village will direct you to the castle. Some of the local residents remember legends about the flooding of the castle by Hunyadi's troops. However, according to existing sources, the castle only fell into ruin in the 17th century. From that time on, it gradually deteriorated until the last remaining parts of the castle walls became overgrown with lush vegetation. The castle ruins are situated near a former quarry. One of the local stories mentions the quarry workers themselves, who blew open the cellar walls of the already ruined castle using dynamite. It is said they found wine so old in them that it was no longer even liquid. On the meadow of the castle hill, a booming sound can still be heard in some places when walking. This fact is also said to be evidence of the castle cellars, which are no longer accessible in any way.

If old castles and ruins attract you, we have a few tips for you in the surrounding area. Do not miss Hrad Sobôtka in Rimavská Sobota or Hrad Blh in the nearby village of Veľký Blh. Although only wall remnants remain that barely recall the once majestic castles with defensive ramparts, these places still hold their charm, especially for lovers of ruins.

The Gemersko-malohontské múzeum in Rimavská Sobota, which is the fifth oldest museum in Slovakia, will also immerse you in history. Take a look at permanent exhibitions such as History of Art or Ethnology, which is dedicated to several aspects of folk culture in the Gemer region. Choose accommodation near Drienčanský hrad and discover beautiful hidden corners. Book a modern apartment or a cozy guesthouse and enjoy your trip.

Drienčanský hrad: 15 available properties in the area

Dom Armi

Dom Armi

10 Exceptional (1)

Teplý Vrch • 2.1 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • at the periphery of the village / city, near waterside

6 beds + 2 extra beds, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets

from €30person / night



Turistická ubytovňa DHZ Teplý Vrch in the winter

Turistická ubytovňa DHZ Teplý Vrch

10 Exceptional (1)

Teplý Vrch • 2.2 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • in the village / in the city, near waterside

12 beds + 3 extra beds, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets

from €75object / night



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Chalet Polom

Chalet Polom

9.7 Exceptional (12)

Hnúšťa • 15 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • at the periphery of the village / city, near the forest / on the edge of the forest

3 beds + 1 extra bed, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 toilet

from €110object / night


Penzión Nikola & Dependance Kurinec

Penzión Nikola & Dependance Kurinec

9.6 Exceptional (30)

Rimavská Sobota • 15.4 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • in the recreation area, near the forest / on the edge of the forest

46 beds + 10 extra beds, 19 bedrooms, 18 bathrooms, 18 toilets

from €33person / night


Cottage Krokava

Cottage Krokava

9.7 Exceptional (18)

Krokava • 16.2 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • at the periphery of the village / city, near the forest / on the edge of the forest

54 beds, 17 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 9 toilets

from €500object / night


Cottage Hámor in the winter

Cottage Hámor

8.3 Very good (4)

Lehota nad Rimavicou • 17.2 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • in the hamlet, in the forest

80 beds, 21 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 14 toilets

from €18person / night



Ekocentrum Včelí kRaj

Ekocentrum Včelí kRaj

9.9 Exceptional (5)

Kokava nad Rimavicou • 19.9 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • in the hamlet, near the forest / on the edge of the forest

5 beds, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 toilets

from €100object / night


Accommodation AKO DOMA

Accommodation AKO DOMA

10 Exceptional (2)

Poltár • 21 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • in the village / in the city

42 beds + 11 extra beds, 15 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, 13 toilets

from €25person / night


Rodinný dom Miriama

Rodinný dom Miriama

10 Exceptional (2)

Mokrá Lúka • 22.2 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • at the periphery of the village / city, near the brook

10 beds, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets

from €120object / night


Pension Skalná ruža in the winter

Pension Skalná ruža

9.4 Excellent (46)

Gemerská Hôrka • 23.8 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • at the periphery of the village / city, near the forest / on the edge of the forest

25 beds + 9 extra beds, 10 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 10 toilets

from €16person / night


Na samote u lesa

Na samote u lesa

10 Exceptional (2)

Revúca • 24.7 km in a straight line from Drienčanský hrad • in the hamlet, in the forest

4 beds + 2 extra beds, 1 bedroom, 1 toilet

from €100object / night

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