The Top 5 Castles in Arad
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5
beautiful castles to choose from in Arad. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Arad. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 21, 2025
Șoimoș Fortress Ruins
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A wonderful ruin with a fantastic view over the valley and especially to the Maria Radna monastery. However, be careful when climbing: the paths can be very slippery in rain or snow. Hiking shoes are recommended!
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Șiria Fortress Ruins
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The castle was first mentioned as a royal castle in 1318. In 1439, King Albert gave it and its 110 villages as a gift to the Serbian despot Brankovics. When …
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Konopi Castle
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He belonged to the noble Konopi family of Hungarian origin, whose last descendant Baron Kálmán Konopi (b. 1880 - d. 1947), engineer and agricultural researcher (inventor of Konop wheat), gave …
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Mocioni Castle
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The castle was built by Baron Fechtig-Fechtenberg and came into the possession of the Mocioni family in 1858. The castle is located in the middle of a large park. On …
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View of Șiria Fortress
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Beautiful viewpoint! This place may get crowded in the weekends afternoon. No entrance fee, you can bike and hike here! Get some food and drinks as well after the parking lot next to this viewpoint.
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