# Székelytámadt Fortress

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> The walls and bastions of a Renaissance fortress survive on Tompa László Street in the old town of Odorheiu Secuiesc.

**At a glance:** Fortresses and fortifications in Odorheiu Secuiesc, Harghita County. The visit takes 15 min. Information verified on 10 November 2026.

## Key facts

- **Opening hours:** Check with the Haáz Rezső Museum before visiting the courtyard.
- **Visit duration:** 15 min — for the exterior
- **Address:** Str. Tompa László 12, Odorheiu Secuiesc, Harghita County
- **Coordinates:** 46.305593, 25.296895
- **Phone:** +40 266 218 375
- **Website:** https://www.hrmuzeum.ro/istoria-cetatii-szekelytamadt
- **Wikipedia:** https://ro.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruinele_cet%C4%83%C8%9Bii_Sz%C3%A9kely_T%C3%A1madt
- **Wikidata:** https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18547581
- **Categories:** [Fortresses and fortifications](https://peplaiuri.ro/en/fortresses-and-fortifications)

## About Székelytámadt Fortress

Székelytámadt Fortress stands on Tompa László Street in the historic centre of Odorheiu Secuiesc. Prince John Sigismund Zápolya commissioned the surviving fortification in the 16th century, after the Szekler uprising of 1562. Its corner bastions allowed defenders to cover the walls from the sides, following Renaissance military design.

Part of the walls was demolished in the early 18th century. Towards the end of the 19th century, a school was built inside the enclosure. The fortress is also known as Csonkavár, a Hungarian name that refers to its fragmentary state.

### What to see

From Tompa László Street you can see the stone walls and the outlines of the bastions, with the former school rising behind them.

### Before you go

The fortress is part of a restoration project. Ask the Haáz Rezső Museum for current information about access to the courtyard.

## Don't miss

- The corner bastions of the Renaissance fortress.
- Stone walls visible from Tompa László Street.
- The former school visible behind the fortifications.

## Good to know before you go

### Getting there

**On foot:** From Márton Áron Square, follow Tompa László Street to the fortress walls.

## Details

- **Construction period:** 16th century
- **Founder:** John Sigismund Zápolya
- **State of preservation:** ruins

## Frequently asked questions about Székelytámadt Fortress

**How long does a visit to Székelytámadt Fortress take?**

A visit to Székelytámadt Fortress takes about 15 min (for the exterior).

**How do I get to Székelytámadt Fortress?**

Székelytámadt Fortress is located at Str. Tompa László 12, Odorheiu Secuiesc, Harghita County. More under “Getting there”.

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Last updated: 10 November 2026
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