The castle that watches over the Hron river

Historical documents suggest it was built in the 13th century.

(Source: TASR/Dušan Hein)
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Šášov castle is located at the edge of the Štiavnické mountains on a steep rock that overlooks the valley formed by the river Hron, near Žiar nad Hronom, the TASR newswire reported.

Historical documents suggest it was built in the 13th century.

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The association to save the castle is attempting to preserve the remains of this medieval fortification and renew parts of it.

The castle is accessible by a short but steep walk that takes about 15 minutes.

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