Hungary, 9021 Győr, Káptalandomb 1.
47.68893800, 17.63004000

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The Püspökvár (Bishop's Castle) in Győr's historical downtown, is located at the highest point of Káptalandomb (Chapter House Hill) where the Moson Danube and the river Rába meet. Apart from the basilica, it is Győr's most ancient and significant monument. This is where the bishops of Győr reside. South of the residential tower is the simple Baroque building complex of the Bishop's Palace. Above the main entrance is the driveway perched on top of classicist columns. The spectacular Baroque staircase was built in the second half of the 18th century based on plans by Menyhért Hefele. The winter suites have been furnished with valuable Baroque furniture, whilst the summer homes contain Empire and Biedermeier furnishings. The Palace's Gothic chapel (Dóczy Chapel) was built from 1481 to 1486 by Bishop Orbán Nagylucsey Dóczy. It was restored by the Bishop Ferenc Zichy and expanded to its current form.

Attendance: Nyitvatartási időben

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