Castles
PolandLower Silesian Voivodeshippowiat karkonoskiMysłakowiceSokolec Castle Ruins
Castles
PolandLower Silesian Voivodeshippowiat karkonoskiMysłakowiceSokolec Castle Ruins
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Sokolec Castle Ruins
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Location: Mysłakowice, powiat karkonoski, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
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June 17, 2025
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It is not certain who built it, but most likely Henry the Bearded in the early 13th century. The name Sokolec comes from the birds that inhabited the local rocks - then, not now. The history of this stronghold was - as is often the case - turbulent, but in the 15th century it was already said that it was ruined. The history of the castle is fascinating: I recommend reading more here: zamkipolskie.com/sokol/sokol.html
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Best Hikes to Sokolec Castle Ruins
5.0
(16)
260
hikers
19.1km
05:48
630m
630m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.8
(13)
178
hikers
3.62km
01:07
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(6)
106
hikers
9.72km
02:58
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 590 m
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Location: Mysłakowice, powiat karkonoski, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland