Schloss Hof
A Baroque summer palace of Prince Eugene of Savoy, with a seven-level terraced garden reaching down to the March River. It is just over 10 km from Bratislava.
Schloss Hof lies in Lower Austria, across the March River from Bratislava. Prince Eugene of Savoy bought and remodeled this country summer palace in the early 18th century, and it later belonged to Empress Maria Theresa. The palace retains its splendid Baroque halls. Its biggest attraction is the seven-level terraced garden that descends toward the March River, with fountains, statues and an orangery. Next to it, the Baroque farm keeps white donkeys, camels and rare livestock, which makes it good for families. Admission is about 20 euros, covering the palace, garden and farm. It is open daily from April to October, and in winter only on weekends and during the Christmas market. You can reach it by bicycle from Devínska Nová Ves, crossing the Freedom Bridge bike bridge, in about an hour. By car, it takes about 30 minutes.
Opening hours
April–October approx. 10:00–18:00; open only on some dates in winter
Nearby sights
- Devín Castle
- Carnuntum Archaeological Park
- Bratislava Zoo
- Bratislava Forest Park (Železná studnička)
- Kamzík TV Tower
- Slavín War Memorial
- Bratislava Castle
- St. Martin's Cathedral