The Šomoška Castle

Castle

In the administrative territory of the village Šiatorská Bukovinka, in immediate vicinity of the Slovak-Hungarian frontier can one observe traces of the past volcanic activity in form of a huge basalt rock with one of the most picturesque Slovak castle on top of it. It is the Šomoška Castle, unique among the Slovak castles as it is built of unconventional hexagonal basalt pillars.

It was probably built in the later half of the 13th century after the Tartar invasion. After suppression of the Rákoczis rebellion, the Emperor had pulled down several castles, but Šomoška was spared. However, it gradually decayed and the last tower burnt in 1826 when a lighting struck it. In 1972 extensive conservation and partial reconstruction saved the castle before its total destruction.

Visitors to the Castle can also stop at the unique natural phenomenon Kamenný vodopád (Stone Fall). It lies north-east of the castle hill and it consists of a fan of hexagonal basal pillars. Stone sea is a large area in the middle of the near wood and it consists, as its name suggests, of a great amount of stones.

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Hrad Šomoška 985 58Šiatorská Bukovina
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Places Around

Stone waterfall Šomoška

Stone waterfall Šomoška

Asi 9 metrov vysoký kamenný vodopád situovaný pod hradom Šomoška patrí jednoznačne k najpôsobivejším prírodným výtvorom na Slovensku. Vznikol pred asi štyrmi miliónmi rokov stuhnutím lávy.

Reservoir Ľuboreč

Reservoir Ľuboreč

Not far from the town of Lučenec lies the Ľuboreč reservoir. This locality, which is little known in Slovakia, is a popular place to relax, especially for fishermen, but you can also bathe in it at your own risk.

Floriánov Dvor

Situated at the outskirt of the Pleš village, set 14 km from the Lučenec, Floriánov Dvor features a barbecue, a kids corner and children's playground. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and a restaurant with a covered terrace. Free private parking is available on site.

Penzión Bebek

Featuring free WiFi, a barbecue and a children's playground, PENZIÓN BEBEK offers pet-friendly accommodation in Fiľakovo. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms come with a TV. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. A selection of activities are offered in the area, such as horse riding, fishing and hiking. Mátraszentimre is 40 km from PENZIÓN BEBEK, while Lučenec is 14 km from the property.

Hotel P7

Hotel & Restaurant P7 is located in the center of Lučenec. Nearby you can visit the cinema, gym, massages, swimming pool, winter stadium. A trip to the nearby surroundings of Šomoška, Ružina (natural water reservoir), Kokava nad Rimavicou (winter skiing).

Hotel Clavis

Situated in Lučenec, 50 km from Zvolen and 150 km from Budapest, Hotel Clavis features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

Hotel Slovan

Located in the center of Lučenec, Hotel Slovan features an on-site restaurant with a terrace and a stylish lobby bar and night club. Spa facilities are also available, as well as a fitness area and a billiards room. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Miraj Resort****

Miraj Resort****

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. Situated in Lučenec, 49 km from Zvolen, Miraj Resort features accommodation with a spa centre and hot tub, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site.

The Castle of Fiľakovo

The distinct dominant of the town Fiľakovo on the Slovak-Hungarian frontier are the ruins of its Castle, which survived the Tartar raids in the 13th century.

Novohrad Museum and Gallery Lučenec

Novohrad Museum and Gallery Lučenec

Novohrad Museum in Lučenec was established in 1955 as the District Homeland Studies Museum in Halič. In the years 1967 – 1985 it was relocated to Fiľakovo under the name of the Novohrad Museum. Since 1985 it has been located in the monument building of county courthouse in the historical centre of the town of Lučenec.

Gemer-Malohont Museum Rimavská Sobota

The museum, which was set up in 1882, focuses primarily on the Gemer-Malohont historical region. Since 1996, it has also been documenting the culture of the Roma in, but not only, the Gemer-Malohont region.

Turkish bridge in Poltár

Turkish bridge in Poltár

The Turkish bridge over the river Ipeľ in Poltár, in the south of central Slovakia, is the third oldest preserved bridge of its kind in Slovakia.