In the footsteps of the Seven Fairies
Boldogkő Castle, consisting of two sections, is located in a unique setting on the western side of the Zemplén Mountains. Stepping inside its walls, you can instantly travel back to the Middle Ages. Follow the legend of the Seven Fairies and explore the archaeological exhibition housed within the fortress, medieval armour and weapons in the lower palace, the lead soldier exhibition, the authentic blacksmith’s workshop, or the castle prison. For the exhibition titled “The Centuries of Boldogkő,” prepare your curiosity and imagination so that the castle’s valuable archaeological finds can come together before your eyes into a vivid historical narrative.
Tracing a glorious past
The historical treasure of Sárospatak, the Rákóczi Castle rising on the banks of the Bodrog River, is a true masterpiece of the late Renaissance, whose architectural value has remained untouched by the centuries. Anyone can immediately sense this while walking through its walls, visiting the castle garden, or strolling along the ramparts and taking in the proud building from above. The central exhibition of the castle presents the history and rich cultural heritage of the Rákóczi family, after whom it is named. The gun-casting workshop of George I Rákóczi and the exhibition of aristocratic life in the Red Tower offer particularly fascinating insights. In the cellar beneath the northern palace wing, visitors can also discover the viticulture and winemaking traditions of the Tokaj-Hegyalja region.
In search of a lost castle
The castle of Sátoraljaújhely, built around the same time as the town itself, has now almost completely disappeared. However, the remains resting on Castle Hill in the southwestern part of the town still tell many stories. Thanks to large-scale archaeological research that began in 2007, the fragments of the past are gradually being brought together before visitors’ eyes. The visitor centre, planned to open in spring 2023, will bring the town’s glorious past to life through interactive exhibits.
