Borl Castle
Grad Borl
A medieval castle standing on a cliff above the Drava, serving as the gateway to the Haloze wine hills.
Borl Castle is first mentioned in 13th-century records. It sits on the cliffs of the Drava's south bank and guarded an ancient river crossing. Several rounds of rebuilding have given it a Renaissance and Baroque complex with an arcaded courtyard and a small chapel. The castle is under long-term restoration, and its interior is usually open only during summer tours or events, but the exterior and the river valley views can be enjoyed at any time. From here you can continue deeper into the Haloze hills along vineyard paths. It lies about 11 km from Ptuj and requires a car.
Opening hours
Open for tours or events in summer; otherwise view from outside
Nearby sights
- Lake Ptuj
- Ptuj Wine Cellar
- Minorite Monastery, Ptuj
- St. George's Church, Ptuj
- Ptuj Town Tower & Orpheus Monument
- Kurentovanje (Ptuj Carnival)
- Ptuj Old Town
- Ptuj Castle