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Accept our warm invitation to Hradný kaštieľ Františka Rákocziho II., located in the village of Borša, in the Trebišov district, in the south of the Zemplín region. This Renaissance manor house, where the aforementioned F. II. Rákoczi was born, will captivate you not only with its architecture, but also with the services you will find inside.

Head into the premises of the manor house during opening hours. Its origins date back to the mid-16th century, when, according to documents, it was built on older foundations of the original medieval water castle. It was commissioned here as a manor house by the Tokaj castle captain Zeleméri Kamarás. Only later, during the reign of Zuzana Loránttfy and Prince Juraj I Rákoczi, did the manor house become a water castle. Subsequently, it underwent several renovations.

The floor plan of the manor house is L-shaped. Right in front of its older section, you can see traces of a moat that likely belonged to the water castle. You may also notice a square corner bastion, which could be the remnant of a tower. In the center of the manor house on the ground floor, there is a semicircular arch portal with a rectangular frame. This very feature could have served in the past as space for a portcullis or a drawbridge. Inside the manor house itself, you can notice flat ceilings and Renaissance vaults.

During a walk through the stunning grounds, you will also catch sight of a robust bronze bust of František II. Rákoczi. This is mainly because the local residents wanted to commemorate the birth of the leader of the last anti-Habsburg uprising, František Rákoczi II. He saw the light of day here in 1676, though he spent his life at the castle in Mukačevo.

Treat yourself to wonderful experiences at the manor house. Take a look into the ethnographic exhibition with Rákoczi memorial rooms. Thanks to virtual reality, you can experience firsthand what it was like to live at the time of this prince's birth. Are you more the type of person who prefers something more engaging? Then visit the Escape room right in the manor house, where game participants plan the prince's escape before his execution. It is not only schools that appreciate the panoramic projection in a hall with a capacity of 15 people. In short films, you can watch the life of this ruler or the surroundings of the village.

All you need to do is park your car in front of the manor house and enjoy this unique environment. The grounds of the manor house are accessible free of charge, while entry into the manor house requires advance booking. Along with a visit to the manor house, we recommend exploring other attractions in the region as well. However, keep in mind that it is wise to book accommodation near Hradný kaštieľ F. Rákocziho II. - Borša in advance.

Water tourism enthusiasts can go canoeing or kayaking on the surrounding rivers. In Zemplín, there are numerous cycling routes that will lead you to the unconventional Rozhľadňa Tokaj observation tower. You can delve into history again at Kaštieľ v Trebišove. You can observe the beauty of the sky at Hvezdáreň Trebišov. And finally, we recommend tasting wines at Degustovať vína v Tokajskej pivnici.

You can return to your accommodation in Borša in high spirits. Feel free to book cozy accommodation in the form of the popular apartmány Borša apartments. Families with children mostly prefer self-catering cottages and chalets in this village. Naturally, we will offer you a selection of the best accommodation on our portal.

In the south of eastern Slovakia, in the village of Veľká Tŕňa, you will find unique wine cellars. Mysterious spaces filled with the finest Slovak wines are truly enchanting in the Vinohradnícka oblasť Tokaj wine region. Experience a tasting of Tokaj wines at a depth of 13 m. You can choose from up to three tasting options. Do not miss this unique experience.

Did you know that the cellars were originally created as refuges and hideouts for the settlers of the time, who hid in them during raids by Ottoman troops? Today, their purpose is much more delightful. In their spaces, they conceal liquid treasures. In the hand-dug medieval cellar in Veľká Tŕňa, young Tokaj wine is stored, which after years of aging becomes a sweet 3 to 6-putňový Tokaj. This delicious wine does not mature just anywhere. The necessary prerequisites include the important 5 Ps: climate, soil, puttony, cellar, and the right cellar mold. The Tokaj cellars can also be found on the list of National Cultural Monuments.

Tastings can be attended by groups starting as small as 4 members. Tastings are organized year-round. A tour together with a tasting must be booked in advance, either online or by phone. Take a glimpse into the mysterious cellar, whose atmosphere is completed by the glow of burning candles and walls covered in cellar mold. Taste the liquid treasures that this charming cellar has to offer. The three offered tasting variants differ in the number of sampled wines and, naturally, in the refreshments included with the tasting. In addition, larger groups can experience unique tastings of Tokaj or vintage wines. Although the cellar is located at the aforementioned depth of 13 m, even elderly or mobility-impaired visitors can enjoy the tasting, as the cellar is equipped with a passenger elevator.

Even the unforgettable King Louis XIV could not resist Tokaj wine. So come succumb to the golden drink yourself and enjoy the unforgettable atmosphere of the wine cellars. Book your accommodation near Degustácia vín v Tokajskej pivnici. You can admire the beautiful vineyards from the Rozhľadňa Tokaj observation tower in the village of Malá Tŕňa. The observation tower in the shape of a wine barrel brightens up the vast vineyards. You can recall a piece of history by visiting Hradný kaštieľ F. Rákociho II., which you will find in the village of Borša in the Trebišov district. All you need to do is pick the right date and set out to explore the enchanting places in the south of the Zemplín region.

If you are also among the lovers of history and cultural monuments, you cannot miss a visit to the ancient Hrad Csonkavár in Kráľovský Chlmec during your visit to the Zemplín region. This small town is located almost on the southeastern border of Slovakia at an altitude of 130 m above sea level, at the foot of Chlmecké vrchy, approximately 30 km south of Trebišov.

The castle was created by rebuilding a manorial stronghold in 1526. The original medieval stone structure was likely not even fortified with walls to fulfill a defensive function. The building was initially two stories high and served as a kind of predecessor to a manorial manor house – a stronghold. Nowadays, you can admire only partially preserved cellar spaces and frail remnants of castle walls with vaults, small windows, and corners of the structure built from hewn tuff blocks. The castle has been in this state for centuries, and perhaps that is why it received the name Csonkavár, which translated from Hungarian means Castle of Ruins.

Interestingly, the castle was among the shortest-lived castles in the territory of Slovakia and the entire Kingdom of Hungary. In its original form, it stood for only 22 years. In 1548, King Ferdinand I had it demolished. Only a few written mentions of the castle have been preserved, which is why its history is shrouded in a veil of mystery. In the 18th century, descendants of Palatine Juraj Turzo had a manor house built in Chlmec, which stands here to this day.

You can reach the castle either on foot or directly by car. We recommend this option only to visitors with reduced mobility, as there is not much space for parking on the relatively steep castle hill. A tour of these ruins is accessible year-round and free of charge. If you are lucky, you can also visit a cultural event at the nearby municipal amphitheater.

You can continue your tour of the region with a visit to the stone castle in Veľký Kamenec or the castle manor house of F. Rákoczi II in the village of Borša. Lovers of beautiful views will appreciate the ascent to the Rozhľadňa Tokaj lookout tower in Malá Tŕňa. And while you are in this renowned region, be sure not to miss a wine tasting in a Tokaj cellar. After that, simply direct your steps to accommodation near Hrad Kráľovský Chlmec – Csonkavár.

Energized by good wine and in high spirits from the atmosphere of Tokaj cellars carved into tuff rock, you will certainly appreciate not having to travel home. You can choose from several accommodation facilities. Apartments in Kráľovský Chlmec are popular, offering plenty of privacy, as is private accommodation. Thanks to stories from our local accommodation providers, you will learn even more interesting facts. You can find the complete offer of lodging options on our portal.