The ruins of Sitno Castle stand on the andesite crags of Sitno Hill, which gave the castle its name.
Sitno was once a mighty medieval stone castle, built in the 13th century to protect the mining towns. It enjoyed an outstanding position, with steep, inaccessible crags guarding it to the north and south, and massive fortifications encircled the entire summit plateau.
In 1703 the castle was destroyed by Kuruc troops (anti-Habsburg rebels). Today only ruins remain, gradually blending into the surrounding nature.
A visit to the castle ruins combines perfectly with a hike up Sitno (1,009 m), a popular hiking destination with magnificent views. Many legends and tales are associated with Sitno. Perhaps the best known says that the Knights of Sitno lie hidden deep inside the hill. When the people living beneath Sitno face their darkest hour, the magical hill will open and the fearless heroes will come to their defence.
