Zamek Ogrodzieniec, Podzamcze, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland

Zamek Ogrodzieniec

Podzamcze, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland

Zamek Ogrodzieniec is a medieval castle ruin located in Podzamcze, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland, perched atop Castle Mountain, the highest hill in the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland at about 516 meters.

Originating in the 14th century and built in the Italian Gothic style, it served as a fortified stronghold and part of a chain of border watchtowers separating the Kingdom of Poland from Silesia. The castle, which was rebuilt and expanded several times over the centuries under various noble owners including the Boner family, features noteworthy architectural elements such as multiple towers, including the gatehouse and a prison tower known as the Convicts' Tower.

Today, the ruins are a popular tourist attraction on the Trail of the Eagles' Nests, offering panoramic views, historical significance, and cultural events, making it one of the largest and most impressive castle ruins in the region.

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Zamkowa, 42-440 Podzamcze, Poland

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Zamek Ogrodzieniec is located in Podzamcze, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland.

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