Predjama Castle
Predjama Castle is a Renaissance castle built in a cave mouth in south-central Slovenia, in the historical region of Inner Carniola. Nestled in the village of Predjama, about 11 kilometers from Postojna town and 9 kilometers from Postojna Cave, the Karst world offers an unforgettable experience in the fairytale world of knights. The impenetrable medieval wonder has been perched in the middle of a 123-meter-high cliff for over 800 years.
Behind the world's largest cave castle lies a network of secret tunnels, from which the knight Erazem of Predjama would set out on his plundering expeditions. See his hiding place called Erazem's Nook and go up along Erazem's Tunnel. Do not miss the 16th-century treasure chest discovered in the cellar in 1991. An observation post offers a bird's-eye view of the surrounding landscape. The Cave under Predjama Castle is home to a colony of bats.
Natural elements seamlessly intertwine with manmade ones, the result of human work and nature's creativity has created a pearl of medieval resourcefulness. The largest cave castle in the world, listed as one of the Guinness World Records, tells a picturesque story of a time when comfort had to give way to safety, and when the clatter of weapons would often drown out troubadours' songs. It is so special and unique, it ranks in the top ten most attractive castles in the world, and so romantic that many couples choose it for their wedding vows.
Location: Postojna
