Lože Castle - Slovenia

A unique treasure to be restored,
to save historical memory for future generations

Get to know the whole story

From an unfortified medieval manor, overlooking the green and peaceful valley of Vipava, to a residence for artists and poets from the beginning of the 18th century until the Second World War, Lože Castle and its last forward-thinking owners lived a controversial story of pains and injustice due to the course of history.
Lože Castle could be a significant piece of cultural heritage for the whole community and the new generations.

Kulturno Drustvo Von Leitenburg, a non-profit cultural organisation, is starting a process for saving and preserving Lože Castle, its surrounding grounds, and the natural environment. The ultimate mission is to breathe new life into the ruins and share them with the whole community as evidence of its history.

Everyone can help in different ways! We hope you’ll take a moment to discover this treasure and get involved to rescue it.

Back in the Middle Ages...

The history of Lože Castle spans almost 1000 years, starting from the building of the first estate in the Middle Ages, rebuilt from scratch, later In the 17th century, on the foundations of the medieval castle.

Meet the owners over the past

Noble families from Austria and Germany lived at Lože Castle. The House of Habsburg, a line of German Princes, and the Patriarch of Aquileia were the first owners during the Middle Ages. The most significant families for the history and culture at Lože were the Cobenzls and the Mayers, from 1579 to 1945.

"Tarok"

THE AMBULANT COMEDY
 
 

Barbara Bulatović, the granddaughter of Ana Mayer Kansky, is the screenwriter and director of “Tarok” - The ambulant comedy. She tells about this original play, inspired by the story of Lože Castle and the Mayers, especially dedicated to the women of this family, as the ultimate attempt to rescue the memory of this unfortunate estate.

Save Lože Castle: take action!

Kulturno Društvo Von Leitenburg is a non-profit cultural organisation with the goal to save and preserve Lože Castle, its surrounding grounds and the natural environment. Its ultimate mission is to breathe new life into the ruins and share them with the whole community as an evidence of its history.
There are four ways to get involved in Lože Castle's Rescue Action Plan. What kind of support would suit you best?

1
Make a Donation

Choose one of our campaigns. Let's take the very first steps to recover and reverse years of decline of the estate and its grounds and make a donation.
Any help is welcome!

2
Become a Friend

Become a Member of Kulturno Društvo Von Leitenburg by choosing a membership category. Your membership will run for one year.
Enjoy your membership benefits!

3
Become a Sponsor

Are you a Company Owner? Let's discuss the opportunities that becoming a Corporate Sponsor may bring to your business.
Reach out now!

4
Volunteer with us

Take action and feel part of a group of people that work together to take care of this heritage. Your help can make the difference.
Join our Volunteer Program