Dvorac Empirej is a castle in Jurjevec, in Croatian Zagorje, that hosts weddings, celebrations and congresses for up to 200 guests, about 30 km from Zagreb. It stands on a green hill surrounded by forest and is rented with a full organization service built around private use of the grounds.
Seminars and company events
The official site states that the castle suits events, celebrations and congresses for up to 200 guests. It gives no room-by-room breakdown for business use, so ask the team about layouts, equipment and daytime hire when you send a request. The setting is secluded, which helps for a private company dinner or a reception away from the city.
Weddings and receptions
Weddings are the main offer. The castle presents itself not as a standard banquet hall but as a place adapted to each couple. On the wedding day the interior becomes a ballroom, and the team works with a wide group of decorators and florists. Ceremonies can be held outdoors or in the parish church.
The venue works with the catering company Catering Muring, which prepares finger food, traditional dishes, local ham, cheeses, the regional strukli and a dessert table, with Croatian wine and other drinks. The team also coordinates bands, entertainers, moderators, event designers, decoration, painting of the space and a light show, so a couple can hand over most of the organization.
Rooms and capacities
The stated capacity is up to 200 guests for weddings and events. The castle has a Royal Apartment, which is offered to the newlyweds for their wedding night. The site does not list further rooms or room dimensions.
Accommodation
The newlyweds stay in the castle. Guests are placed in nearby hotels, so plan transfers for a larger group.
Catering
Catering is provided with the partner company Catering Muring. The site describes a wide choice of dishes, from finger food to traditional dishes, and a selection of local wine. Ask the team how the offer adapts to a business dinner.
History and setting
The castle stands on a green hill in Croatian Zagorje, in a century-old forest, and the site mentions roe deer around the grounds. The address is Jurjevec Začretski 37C, in the area of Krapinske Toplice. Visits can be arranged without commitment before booking.
Getting there
The castle is about 30 km from Zagreb. Contact the team for directions and transfer options from the city and from nearby hotels.
