The Story of Fried Castle
About Fried Castle
Fried Castle was built in 1926 by Imre Fried, the renowned leather manufacturer from Simontornya, as a wedding anniversary gift for his wife, Margit Gottlieb. The castle was designed in Art Nouveau style by architect Pál Vágó and still preserves its original elegance to this day.
Its beautiful French-style park was envisioned by landscape gardener Sándor Deme. After the hardships following the war, the Fried family’s legacy was reborn: in 2005, Fried Castle Hotel*** opened its doors once again, representing the perfect harmony of history, romance, and modern hospitality.
Simontornya
The name Simontornya dates back to the Middle Ages, when the fortress built along the River Sió – the famous Simontornya Castle – played a strategic role in defending the region. The Gothic castle, built in the 13th century, was transformed into a Renaissance residence over the centuries and remains the town’s most significant historical monument.
The charm of the town lies in its historic streets, churches, wine cellars, and the soft hills of Tolna. The region is rich in cultural and gastronomic traditions, and the hospitality of the locals is as legendary as the elegance of Fried Castle.
Simontornya is not merely a destination, but an experience – where history, nature, and tranquility meet.