There was a wooden castle as early as the 12th century. A stone castle was built under Casimir the Great, which was destroyed again as a result of the Second Northern War.
Rabsztyn Castle, located on a hill near Olkusz, is a picturesque fortress from the times of Casimir the Great, partially rebuilt and open to the public. The castle tower offers …
Ogrodzieniec Castle in Podzamcze is the largest and one of the best-preserved strongholds on the Trail of the Eagles' Nests. The impressive ruins tower over the area and offer numerous …
For a ruin, the complex is quite well preserved. Several spiral staircases for access to the upper floor. Currently somewhat restricted due to construction work. The facility also includes a torture cellar (located a little next door).
The castle in Olsztyn near Częstochowa is one of the most characteristic landmarks on the Trail of the Eagles' Nests. The ruins of a medieval fortress rise on a limestone …