Olsztynek Castle

Olsztynek, Poland

Olsztynek Castle was built by Ostródan Gunter von Hohenstein, the commander of Teutonic Order, between 1349 and 1366. The brick Gothic castle was conquered by Wladyslaw II Jagiello in 1410. It was destroyed in 1656 by Tatars of Crimean Khanate and left to decay. The castle was reconstructed in 1847-1849 and moved as a school.

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Address

Zamkowa 6, Olsztynek, Poland

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Details

Founded: 1349-1366
Category: Castles and fortifications in Poland

Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Gaurav Dhamija (4 years ago)
Super place

Michael (4 years ago)
Medieval teutonic castle but nowadays this is a school

Ela Kluczkowska (6 years ago)
Amazing historical place

Ivan Sipocz (6 years ago)
Nice brick castle to visit. There was a restaurant inside with simple but great food - now closed for renewal.

אבי וייס (6 years ago)
It is not a place that i would go especially to see . It is very simple and there are lot like this

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