Located at the confluence of the Danube and the Morava rivers, the Devin Castle dates back to the pre-historic era. Known for proving as a strong structure for the city’s defense mechanism from the early 1st century right up to 1809 when Napoleon’s army destroyed the Castle, today, the place serves as an icon for Bratislava’s intense war history.

Highlights include:

• Exhibition rooms in the castle where you can see seasonal displays of the city’s history.
• View of the Danube from the Castle 

• Adults: Euros 4
• Reduced (children, students, pensioners): Euros 2
• Family ticket: Euros 8, children under 14 years
• School groups: Euros 1.30 per person, at least ten children  

November– March:

• Monday – Sunday: Last visit at 3.30 pm.
• Entry into the castle area only under appropriate weather conditions.

April- October:

• Tuesday - Sunday: Last visit at 4.30 pm.

May- September: 

• Tuesday - Sunday: Last visit at 5.30 pm.
• Saturday – Sunday: Last visit at 6.30 pm.

• Bus: At Hrad Devin

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