Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Get the App

Castles

Bezirk Bruck an der Leitha

Hainburg an der Donau

Upper Castle (Horný Hrad), Devín

Castles

Bezirk Bruck an der Leitha

Hainburg an der Donau

Upper Castle (Horný Hrad), Devín

Highlight • Castle

Upper Castle (Horný Hrad), Devín

Recommended by 16 hikers out of 17

Save

Location: Hainburg an der Donau, Bezirk Bruck an der Leitha, Lower Austria, Austria

Save

See hikes here

Take Me There

Routes here

Best Hikes to Upper Castle (Horný Hrad), Devín

4.8

(6)

hikers

1. Devín Castle Ruins – Devin Castle loop from Devín

3.43km

00:56

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

5.0

(5)

hikers

2. Devin Castle – Devín Castle loop from Devín

2.37km

00:39

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

hikers

3. Devín Castle – Devín Castle loop from Stará Dúbravka

10.5km

03:06

300m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Intermediate

Tips

Hynek Smolka

April 18, 2024

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.

Today, only ruins remain of Devín Upper Castle, but it still attracts visitors from all over the world. Its imposing location high above the rivers offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and the city of Bratislava.

Visitors to Devín Upper Castle can explore the remains of the fortress walls, wander through the historic ruins and learn about the castle's fascinating history and its importance to the region. The castle is also a popular venue for cultural events and festivals celebrating Slovakia's rich cultural heritage.

Translated by Google •

Andreas vom Hügel 🥾

June 10, 2023

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

Translated by Google •

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Details

Informations

Elevation 260 m

Weather

Today

Thursday 6 November

13°C

5°C

0 %

If you start your activity now...

Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See hikes here

Take Me There

Location: Hainburg an der Donau, Bezirk Bruck an der Leitha, Lower Austria, Austria

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Gate of Freedom Memorial at Devín

Röthelstein Castle Ruins

View of Hainburg, Danube, and Neusiedler See from Hundsheimer Berg

Parish Church of Saints Philip and James, Hainburg an der Donau

Hainburg Town Hall (Rathaus)

Confluence of the Danube and Morava Rivers at Devín Castle

View of Devín Castle, Danube River, and Austria from Devínska Kobyla

Sandberg (Devínska Kobyla)

Heart of Europe Memorial

Die Donau entlang

Braunsberg

Devínska Kobyla Observation Tower

Upper Castle (Horný Hrad), Devín

1. Devín Castle Ruins – Devin Castle loop from Devín

2. Devin Castle – Devín Castle loop from Devín

3. Devín Castle – Devín Castle loop from Stará Dúbravka

Other Popular Places to Check Out

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️