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Taródi Castle, Sopron

#4 among attractions in Sopron

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The Taródi Castle in Sopron is a significant work of visionary architecture in Hungary. It is named after its builder and owner, István Taródi. Locals and the tabloids sometimes refer to it as the "Madman's Castle". The builder of the castle, id. István Taródi was born in 1925 and died in February 2010 at the age of 85. His grave is in the Szent Mihály cemetery in Sopron.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°40'39"N, 16°33'36"E
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Csalogány köz 28.Sopron 9400 Hungary

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Taródi Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aréna Sopron, Károly Lookout Tower, University of West Hungary, Carmelite monastery.

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    University of West Hungary, Sopron

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Which popular attractions are close to Taródi Castle?

Nearby attractions include Carmelite monastery, Sopron (10 min walk), Sörházdomb Lookout, Sopron (15 min walk), University of West Hungary, Sopron (19 min walk), Károly Lookout Tower, Sopron (23 min walk).

Where to next? Visit gyor moson sopron Gyor-Moson-Sopron region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Hungary.

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