Ľupča castle has been continuously inhabited since its construction. It consists of an upper castle (from the 13th century in Gothic style) and a lower castle (Renaissance period in the 16th century). In its greatest glory, its courtyards welcomed important personalities, Hungarian rulers such as Charles Robert of Anjou and his son Louis the Great. In 1443, an earthquake struck Hungary, when the castle was destroyed and underwent major reconstruction and completion. After the attack of Francis II. Rákóczi in 1703, the castle fell into the hands of the rebels. The Duke of Transylvania gave it to his general Count Nicholas Bercsényi for his merits.

Later the castle housed a school and an orphanage until the 20th century. During World War II it was used for the advance of troops, probably for the internment of prisoners. After the war, it frequently changed occupancy. It accommodated emigrants, an apprenticeship schoold. After interior modifications, it housed a charity and a seminary for priests. Nowadays, Ľupča Castle occupies an exceptional position as a cultural and historical monument in the region.

VISITING ĽUPČA CASTLE

You can visit Ľupča castle from March to November. There are two circuits to explore: Lower castle circuit, which you can make individually thanks to the information panels, and Upper castle circuit, which is available only with a guide.
Parking is either directly next to the castle (capacity of 30 cars) or in the village centre (10 min. by walk).
More information about the castle and opening hours is available at www.hradlupca.sk.