Orava Castle is a Gothic Revival castle in Oravský Podzámok, Žilina, Slovakia, and a filming location for Nosferatu (1922). Dating to the 13th century (oldest parts); present form finalised 1611.
Location: 027 41 Oravský Podzámok, Oravský Podzámok, Žilina, Slovakia
Verified facts
- Located in Oravský Podzámok, Oravský Podzámok
confidence 75/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-1214, SRC-1215, SRC-1216 - Appeared in Nosferatu (movie, 1922)
confidence 80/100 · 5 recorded source groups · SRC-1217, SRC-1218, SRC-1219, SRC-1214, SRC-4065 - Architectural style: Gothic Revival
confidence 75/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-1215, SRC-1218, SRC-1217 - Historic designation: National Cultural Monument
confidence 75/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-1218, SRC-1217, SRC-3258, SRC-4066 - Built in 13th century (oldest parts); present form finalised 1611
confidence 90/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-1217, SRC-1218, SRC-14728, SRC-14729
Evidence & sources
- SRC-1214 — Atlas Obscura — Orava Castle (Tier 3, established_blog; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1215 — Slovakia.travel (Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Slovak Republic) — Oravský hrad Castle (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1216 — Orava Museum — Orava Castle (official site) (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1217 — Wikipedia — Orava Castle (Tier 3, reference_wiki; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1218 — History Hit — Orava Castle: History and Facts (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1219 — Far Out Magazine — The real-life gothic location where 'Nosferatu' was filmed (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-14728 — Medieval Heritage — Oravský Podzámok (Orava Castle) (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14729 — Oravské múzeum (Orava Museum, official) — Orava Castle exhibitions (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-3258 — Pamiatky na Slovensku (Slovak cultural-heritage portal) — Oravský hrad (Tier 2, heritage_portal; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4065 — slovakia.travel (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4066 — muzeum.sk (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5117 — oravskemuzeum.sk (Tier 1, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5118 — aroundus.com (Tier 3, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5818 — Slovakia.com — Orava Castle (Tier 2, tourism; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
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personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Open daily; hours vary by season. Winter (Nov-Feb) approx. 09:30-15:00; longer in summer. Check official opening-hours page
Admission: See official price page; under 6 free, 50% student/ISIC discount. Individual and guided tours
Frequently asked questions
How is Orava Castle connected to Nosferatu?
Orava Castle, in Oravský Podzámok, Žilina, has a documented connection to Nosferatu. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
Can you visit Orava Castle?
Yes — Orava Castle is open to the public. Hours: Open daily; hours vary by season. Winter (Nov-Feb) approx. 09:30-15:00; longer in summer. Check official opening-hours page. Admission: See official price page; under 6 free, 50% student/ISIC discount. Individual and guided tours.
Where is Orava Castle located?
Orava Castle is located in Oravský Podzámok, Žilina.