Hrad Devín
A rocky castle above the confluence of the Danube and the Morava, with an archaeological exhibition on its history from the 13th to the 20th century and a geological exhibition.
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About the museum
Devín Castle stands on a rocky spur above the confluence of the Danube and the Morava. The site was settled as early as the Late Stone Age; later there was a Celtic settlement, a Roman watch post and an important Great Moravian stronghold. In the 13th and 14th centuries it served as a royal border castle, and in the 15th century it was greatly extended by the Garajovci family.
In 1809 the castle was blown up by Napoleonic troops. In 1961 it was declared a national cultural monument, and today it is managed by the Bratislava City Museum.
In the caves of the upper castle there is a permanent archaeological exhibition, Hrad Devín in the 13th–20th centuries, with more than three hundred finds that show how the castle was built, who owned it and what events took place here. A second exhibition presents the geological development of the castle rock, including remnants of the Tertiary sea with marine sand and its fauna.
Highlights
- The archaeological exhibition Hrad Devín in the 13th–20th centuries, with more than 300 finds
- The geological exhibition on the castle rock and the Tertiary sea
- Location above the confluence of the Danube and the Morava
- Great Moravian stronghold and national cultural monument
Permanent exhibitions
- Hrad Devín v 13. – 20. storočí – An archaeological exhibition in the caves of the upper castle, with more than 300 finds on the castle's construction history, its owners and significant events.
- Geologická expozícia – An exhibition on the geological development of the castle rock, with remnants of the Tertiary sea, marine sand and its fauna.
- Operated by
- Múzeum mesta Bratislavy
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Reduced | €4children aged 6 to 15, students, seniors |
| Children & teens | €4free up to age 5 · Children under 6 enter free. |
| Seniors | €4 |
| Visitors with disabilities | freeHolders of ZŤP and ZŤP/S cards enter free. |
| Students & apprentices | €4 |
| Groups | €3 per personSchool groups, price per person (€2 in winter). |
| Families | €10Family ticket 1 + 2 costs €10 from April to October and €8 from November to March; family ticket 2 + 3 costs €18 or €14 respectively. |
| Family ticket 2 + 3 (April – October) | €18From November to March €14. |
| Guided tour for a group of up to 40 people | €25For school groups, the guide is free at a pre-arranged time. |
From April to October the standard admission is €8 and the reduced admission €4; from November to March it is €6 and €3. Free admission for children under 6, holders of ZŤP and ZŤP/S cards, teachers supervising pupils (1 person per 10 pupils), holders of ICOM and ICOMOS cards, members of the Association of Museums of Slovakia and the Association of Museums and Galleries of the Czech Republic, holders of the Bratislava Card and the MultiSport Card.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The upper castle is not step-free, because of the nature of the monument and technical limitations. Dogs are prohibited all year round, except guide dogs.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
|---|---|
| Family ticket | €10 · Family ticket 1 + 2 costs €10 from April to October and €8 from November to March; family ticket 2 + 3 costs €18 or €14 respectively. |
The museum offers family tickets.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
The castle is about 12 km from the historic centre and can be reached by public transport in less than half an hour.
A visit to the castle can be combined with hiking in the Little Carpathians or with a boat trip on the Danube.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | A guided tour must be arranged in advance. |
