Devín Upper Castle has a long history dating back to prehistoric times. The first fortified settlement on Devín Hill was built as early as the Bronze Age. Over the centuries, the castle was continually expanded and strengthened, playing an important strategic role as a defensive structure along the trade routes along the Danube.

The castle reached its peak of importance in the Middle Ages, when it played a major role in the conflicts between Hungary, Austria and other powers. It served as an important military base and as a centre for trade and administration.

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The upper castle dates from the second half of the 13th century

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1. Devín Castle Ruins – Devin Castle loop from Devínska hradná skala

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2. Devin Castle – Devín Castle loop from Devínska hradná skala

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3. Devin Castle – Devin Castle loop from Stará Dúbravka

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Elevation 260 m

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Upper Castle (Horný Hrad), Devín

1. Devín Castle Ruins – Devin Castle loop from Devínska hradná skala

2. Devin Castle – Devín Castle loop from Devínska hradná skala

3. Devin Castle – Devin Castle loop from Stará Dúbravka

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