Velenje Castle

Velenje Castle
Velenjski grad
Velenje, Slovenia
Velenje Castle
Site information
OwnerGovernment
Controlled byGovernment
Open to
the public
Yes
ConditionGood
Location
Velenje Castle
Velenjski grad
Coordinates46°21′29″N 15°06′29″E / 46.358°N 15.108°E / 46.358; 15.108
Site history
Built1270 AD
Built byKunšperk family
MaterialsLimestone
EventsCultural and music festivals

Velenje Castle (Slovene: Velenjski grad) is a well-preserved castle in Velenje, Slovenia that was owned by the Kunšperk family, followed by their Ptuj relatives and the Lichtenberg family. The castle houses a museum of art and culture.