Tourist guide - Rijeka, Croatia

Trsat castle is a fortress located on a 138 meters high hill, which rises above the city of Rijeka. From Trsat castle you can enjoy magnificent views of Rijeka, Kvarner and the Kvarner archipelago. Today, Trsat attracts many visitors who enjoy the rich history of the fortress. Trsat castle was built on the site of an ancient fortress that was built during the Illyrians. In the 13th century, Trsat was donated to the family of Frankopans, and later it became the property of the Zrinski family. After defending from the Turkish invasion, Trsat was abandoned for many years. The restoration of the fortress began in the 19th century when it was owned by the Austrian count Laval Nugent. He turned Tr...

Trsat castle is a fortress located on a 138 meters high hill, which rises above the city of Rijeka. From Trsat castle you can enjoy magnificent views of Rijeka, Kvarner and the Kvarner archipelago. Today, Trsat attracts many visitors who enjoy the rich history of the fortress. Trsat castle was built on the site of an ancient fortress that was built during the Illyrians. In the 13th century, Trsat was donated to the family of Frankopans, and later it became the property of the Zrinski family. After defending from the Turkish invasion, Trsat was abandoned for many years. The restoration of the fortress began in the 19th century when it was owned by the Austrian count Laval Nugent. He turned Trsat into a lavish residence with a gallery of paintings and precious artworks by world-renowned artists. After his death in 1862, the remains of the count were moved to the mausoleum on Trsat - peace of heroes. During July and August, Trsat hosts "Ljeto na Gradini", the most famous cultural manifestation of the city of Rijeka. You can find a bar inside Trsat castle.

Contact information

Trg Riječke rezolucije 1

https://www.trsatskagradina.com