Pécsvárad Castle
Pécsváradi vár
The ruins of a Benedictine abbey-castle founded by Saint Stephen I, with a Romanesque chapel and a museum.
Pécsvárad Castle lies about 20 km northeast of Pécs. It began as a Benedictine abbey founded by Saint Stephen I in the early 11th century and was later enclosed with walls to become a castle. The surviving Romanesque chapel, walls and abbey remains house a historical exhibition, and some buildings have been converted into a hotel. It is small and makes a convenient detour when driving. Admission is about 1,500 forints.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Zsolnay Cultural Quarter
- Kodály Centre
- St. Mary of the Snow Church
- Pécs Zoo
- Király Street
- Pécs National Theatre
- Pécs Synagogue
- Pécs TV Tower