Old Castle Celje

Štajerska · Slovenia · Castle

Veronika of Desenice was drowned on Count Herman's orders – and is said to wander still as a pale figure about Celje's old castle.

Slovenians call it their own tale of Romeo and Juliet. Frederick II of Celje secretly married the low-born beauty Veronika of Desenice, to the fury of his father Herman II, who locked his son in the castle tower – still called Frederick's Tower today. Veronika was put on trial for witchcraft in one of the region's earliest witch trials, but was acquitted. Herman then had her drowned in a bathtub in 1425. Ever since, her restless spirit is said to roam the mighty castle rock above the town, mourning the love that cost her life.

FAQ

Where is Old Castle Celje located?

Old Castle Celje is in Štajerska, Slovenia.

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Accounts are drawn from local folklore and visitor reports.

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