Riznica Međimurja
Multimedia museum of the intangible heritage of Međimurje in the fortifications of the Stari grad (Old Castle) in Čakovec, with the permanent displays “Minijature” and “Stoljeća utvrde”.
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About the museum
The intangible heritage museum “Riznica Međimurja” is housed in the revitalised fortification of the Zrinski family's Stari grad (Old Castle) in Čakovec and is part of the Muzej Međimurja Čakovec. It shows that the story of intangible culture is not complete without people: the bearers of skills and crafts who keep that knowledge alive and pass it on.
The permanent display “Minijature” is dedicated to the intangible and orally transmitted heritage of Međimurje: traditional crafts, social practices, rites and festivities, and everyday cultural assets. The display “Stoljeća utvrde” on the ground floor focuses on the Čakovec Old Castle itself: its defence system, the development of weapons and equipment, the dungeons and life in the fortress. It also presents the military campaigns of the feudal lords of Međimurje and the defence system on the River Mura.
The museum is accessible for people with disabilities: height differences are bridged by ramps, there is a lift and two platform lifts, the toilets are adapted, and guiding lines for blind and partially sighted visitors are installed. An audio guide for the displays is available in several languages.
Highlights
- “Minijature” display on the intangible heritage of Međimurje
- “Stoljeća utvrde” display on the Čakovec Old Castle
- Dungeons and life in the fortress
- Museum accessible for people with disabilities
- Audio guide in Croatian, English, German and Hungarian
Permanent exhibitions
- Minijature – Display on the intangible and orally transmitted heritage of Međimurje: traditional crafts, social practices, rites and festivities, and everyday cultural assets.
- Stoljeća utvrde – Ground-floor display on the Čakovec Old Castle: the defence system of the fortress, the development of weapons and equipment, dungeons and life in the fortress.
- Operated by
- Muzej Međimurja Čakovec
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €6 |
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| Reduced | €4Pupils, students, pensioners and people with disabilities; one accompanying person of a person with disabilities is also eligible for the reduced ticket. |
| Children & teens | freePreschool children enter free of charge. |
| Seniors | €4Pensioners |
| Visitors with disabilities | €4People with disabilities |
| Students & apprentices | €4Pupils and students |
| Groups (15+ people) | €5 per personAdults in groups of 15 to 30 people; pupils, students, pensioners and people with disabilities €3. |
| Families | €15Two parents and children |
| Combined ticket: permanent display in the Stari grad palace and Riznica Međimurja – adults | €10 |
| Combined ticket: permanent display in the Stari grad palace and Riznica Međimurja – reduced | €6 |
| Guided tour in Croatian | €20 |
| Guided tour in English or German | €30 |
| Costumed guided tour (Crna kraljica) in Croatian | €30 |
| Audio guide hire (Croatian, English, German, Hungarian) | €2 |
The same ticket is valid for the permanent display in the palace of the Muzej Međimurja, the Riznica Međimurja, the Memorijalna zbirka Ladislava Kralja Međimurca and Sveta Jelena in Šenkovec. Price list valid from 1 February 2025.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Thresholds are levelled and height differences are bridged by ramps. Visitor areas are on the ground floor and on the upper floor; a lift for four people and two platform lifts are installed. Sanitary facilities are adapted for people with disabilities, and guiding lines for blind and partially sighted visitors run throughout the museum.
Kids & families
| Family ticket | €15 · Two parents and children |
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- Family tours & workshops
The museum has a play area and offers educational workshops for children.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
- Café
- Museum shop
Souvenir shop and café within the museum.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes (HR, EN, DE, HU) |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours and workshops must be booked by telephone or email at least 48 hours in advance. |
