Memorials Trenčianska Turná

Mestská veža is a true gateway to Mierové námestie in Trenčín. In the past, it was part of the town's medieval fortifications and was originally called "Dolná brána" or "Turecká veža". Thanks to its appearance, it is the second most visited monument in the town, right after Trenčiansky hrad. Come and enjoy the magnificent views offered from a height of 32 meters.

The construction of the town fortifications began in 1412, when Trenčín, as a free royal town, received the right from King Sigismund of Luxembourg to build ramparts. Entry into the town was possible through two gates: the Upper Gate, which was demolished in the 18th century, and the Lower Gate, which, along with the fortification wall, has been preserved to this day.

Dolná veža originally had a square floor plan and two floors. Only later was it raised and strengthened by constructing a semicircular barbican with a smaller projecting bastion, which was entered via a drawbridge. The tower was gradually extended into an octagonal floor plan. In the past, a Renaissance clock mechanism was located at its top, which was replaced in 1934 by an electric tower clock. The original clock is still functional and can be viewed in Dom mestského kata.

Currently, the tower has six floors and a height of 32 meters. Access to the first observation deck, the balcony, is very simple and accessible even for mobility-impaired individuals, as an elevator takes you there. If you wish to look out from the tower itself, you must climb a few stairs. From here, you will be treated to a wonderful view of Trenčiansky hrad, Piaristický kostol, Synagóga, Farský kostol narodenia Panny Márie, and the surrounding area.

On the tower, you will find a Latin inscription that has survived to this day: "Unless the Lord guards the city, the guard stands watch in vain. Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us." A sad event is linked to this inscription. In 1663, the guards received a delayed message from guards near Mníchova Lehota that the Turks were approaching. However, the citizens of Trenčín were certain they were safe, so they opened the gates so that people could go to the fields to work. Soon, however, a Turkish army of 5,000 men swarmed in. They bypassed the guards, who did not manage to close the gate in time, and laid waste to the town manor. Over 300 subjects lost their lives, and many were taken into captivity.

After the tour, you can smoothly move from the tower to the aforementioned Synagóga, which you can find right next to Fontána vodníka Valentína. If you traveled to Trenčín with your little ones, treat them to some fun and visit the Tarzania Trenčín rope park and Mestské kúpalisko Trenčín with them.

Be sure not to miss the seat of the "Lord of the Váh and Tatras", Trenčiansky hrad. If you like the idea of an actively spent holiday, don't wait and book your stay today. You can find a wide range of accommodation near Mestská veža Trenčín on our page accommodation in Trenčín. It is entirely up to you whether you decide on a stylish apartment or prefer a comfortably equipped guesthouse.

Welcome to the most terrifying house in Trenčín. A romantic alley paved with cobblestones that leads right underneath Trenčiansky hrad will bring you to Katov domu, where people were cruelly tortured in the Middle Ages. Terrifying things took place on the premises of this Renaissance burgher house, during which many innocent people lost their lives. However, justice also caught up with the executioner Stanislav Chrbinský himself, who was executed himself for stealing church collection boxes.

The executioner's house was built as a stone house around 1607, divided into living quarters, an economic part, and a kitchen. It is assumed that the executioner lived on the upper floor, there was a prison on the ground floor, and in the dark, damp cellar, there was a dungeon where the condemned awaited execution. Trenčín used the services of the city executioner until 1790.

Currently, there are three exhibitions located here. The first of them bears the name „Majster spravodlivosti - kat“ and will guide you through the objects of municipal justice and torture law. The exhibition consists of a terrifying executioner's sword, a pillory where heads were severed, as well as a rack, a wooden horse (dereš), and a breaking wheel. The worst execution was when the condemned was tied up, laid on the ground, and the executioner chopped him into four pieces with a sword. Another horrific death occurred when a prisoner was tied between four horses and torn apart this way. In addition to torture tools, you will also find halberds and uniforms of the city guards, the uniform of the city police captain, their rifles, and sabers.

The next exhibition, „Remeslo, cechy a cechové zariadenie“, is more pleasant and brings closer the activities of guilds in the territory of the Trenčiansky kraj region. Here you can admire craft creations as well as artistic and historical objects. The final part of the exhibition, „Mešťania, ako žili...“, showcases the housing and everyday life of the inhabitants of Trenčín from 1850 to the interwar period. It consists of valuables, various parts of clothing, a ladies' cosmetic case, and an unconventional medical tool. a bloodletting needle.

Trenčín ranks among the largest Slovak cities and is a popular destination not only for Slovak but also for foreign tourists. Plan trips around the surroundings and discover other great attractions in Trenčín. After this unconventional and, we believe, unforgettable experience, treat yourself to a bit of fun and head to the rope center Tarzania Trenčín. If it happens to be a hot summer day, a stay at the Mestské kúpalisko Trenčín will bring you great refreshment.

Stay in the Považie region longer and book accommodation near the Dom mestského kata right now. A rich offer of stylish apartments and cozy guesthouses can be found on our page accommodationTrenčín. During your stay, definitely do not miss the legend-enshrouded Trenčiansky hrad.