The summer season at Lupča Castle officially ended on the last day of August. According to the castle’s manager, Vladimír Homola, the season had two sides – on one hand, successful and sold-out events, and on the other, unpredictable challenges brought by unfavorable weather. Despite these, the castle team considers the summer very successful.
A graceful summer despite challenges
Lupča Castle offered a rich cultural program – from traditional tours to themed evenings and falconry performances. Particularly popular were the night tours featuring the historical group Projekt Donč on the theme of hunting, which were completely sold out on both nights.
“We’re very pleased with the growing interest in unconventional ways of presenting history. Next season, we plan to expand night tours to two weekend terms,” revealed the castle manager, Vladimír Homola.
During July and August, more than 12,000 visitors came to the castle. Although slightly fewer than last year, the castle recorded increased revenue, mainly thanks to higher sales of publications and souvenirs.
Earning visitors’ recognition
The castle receives excellent visitor ratings, highlighting the quality of guided tours, the atmosphere, and visible efforts to preserve the monument.
“Our guide was funny, knowledgeable, and engaging – I definitely recommend a visit,” wrote visitor Maťka Šichmanová in her review.
Similar positive feedback comes from other guests who appreciate the efforts of Železiarne Podbrezová, the castle’s owner, and its systematic restoration.
Open through autumn
Even after the main season, the castle remains open. Guided tours take place on weekends and holidays, and the lower castle is accessible daily except Mondays – until the end of November. Organized groups can also schedule tours during the week.
History in a modern form – Lupča Castle launches a new website
Alongside a rich summer season came another important innovation – Lupča Castle launched a new website, created after several months of cooperation with ŽP Informatika.
The new page features a modern, responsive design that displays seamlessly across all devices – from mobile phones to computers. In addition to practical information about opening hours and admission, it offers rich content about the castle’s history, architecture, and restoration efforts.
“I’m especially glad that the new site provides not only basic information but also many expert texts about the castle’s history and development. We’ll continue to expand it with new features and content,” said the castle manager, Vladimír Homola.
History accessible to everyone – and a cultural pride of Železiarne Podbrezová
In recent years, Lupča Castle has become one of the most visited cultural monuments in the region. During the summer, it welcomed 12,024 visitors, including 745 family tickets. The most frequent countries of origin were Slovakia, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Germany, with others from France, Ukraine, and even New Zealand. During the season, 553 guided tours took place, with 61 publications and 1,981 castle magnets sold.
As part of its modernization, the castle also introduced a new series of written guides, designed especially for foreign and hearing-impaired visitors. These materials provide a deeper and more accessible experience, and in the future, the castle plans to expand them into a mobile app, so that the history of Lupča Castle is literally “at your fingertips.”
Železiarne Podbrezová, as the castle’s owner, plays a key role in its restoration, development, and modern presentation. Under its leadership, the castle has become a vibrant place of culture, history, and education, combining tradition with a modern approach.
“We are proud that, as a company with over 180 years of tradition, we can contribute to preserving the cultural heritage of our region,” emphasized the castle manager.
Article written by: Podbrezovan
