The castle was built in the 13th century to protect a major trade route running from Nitra to the north. Soon afterwards it became a royal castle but the kings lost their interest in the castle's development after a new route, through Mošovce and Martin was built.
The fortress was constructed in the 13th century to safeguard a significant commercial path connecting Nitra to the north. Subsequently, it evolved into a royal stronghold; however, the monarchs lost interest in further developing the castle after an alternative route, through Mošovce and Martin, was created.