Czchów Castle Ruins

Czchów, Poland

The history of the Czchów Castle dates back to the 13th century, when a Romanesque watchtower was built here. In the 14th century, a defensive castle was added to the tower. It became the residence of the Czchów starostas, and was destroyed in the Swedish wars of the mid-17th century. Finally, the castle lost its military importance, and was turned into a prison, which was closed in 1772, after the first partition of Poland. Currently, the only remaining parts of the complex are a 14th-century tower and foundations of the defensive wall.

References:

Wikipedia

Address

Sądecka 28, Czchów, Poland

See all sites in Czchów

Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Poland

More Information

en.wikipedia.org
www.museums.krakow.travel

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Tropsztyn Castle (4,7 km)
Melsztyn Castle Ruins (7,9 km)
Roznów Castle Ruins (6,8 km)

Niedzica Castle (52,4 km)
Niepolomice Castle (39,8 km)
Nowy Wiśnicz Castle (17,6 km)
Cervený Klástor Monastery (51,8 km)
Archangel Michael Church (52,8 km)
Nowy Sacz Castle (22,8 km)
Bochnia Salt Mine (24 km)
Czorsztyn Castle Ruins (51,5 km)
St. James Church (55,2 km)

User Reviews

Manishi cally (2 years ago)
It's a very small castle. You can go there to enjoy panoramic views,otherwise it's not worth it. There is a playground besides its parking. Kids can enjoy there for sure.

* Zeeby (3 years ago)
A defensive tower on a quite steep hill with a collection of medieval weapons. The tower was closed, but the view from the terrace is also beautiful. Free parking is available at the foot of the castle.

Marcin Stroński (4 years ago)
Small defence tower, easy to access courtyard, but the tower itself was closed. Some medieval siege devices and 2nd world war guns & cannons.

Aerisa Lee (5 years ago)
Beautiful peaceful place, good to visit in the weekend. A bit from the city, you can take a walk.In town, I recommend going for ice cream!

No Name (6 years ago)
Fantastic place, highly recommend it.

Featured Historic Landmarks, Sites & Buildings

Finest Norman castles in Italy

Exploring the History of Northern Poland

Discovering Slovenia's Historic Wonders

Photo from Flickr, copyright Following Hadrian

Historic Site of the week

Walls of Constantinople

The Walls of Constantinople are a series of defensive stone walls that have surrounded and protected the city of Constantinople (today Istanbul) since its founding as the new capital of the Roman Empire by Constantine the Great. With numerous additions and modifications during their history, they were the last great fortification system of antiquity, and one of the most complex and elaborate systems ever built. They were also the largest and strongest fortification in both the ancient and medieval world.

Initially built by Constantine the Great, the walls surrounded the new city on all sides, protecting it against attack from both sea and land. As the city grew, the famous double line of the Theodosian Walls was built in the 5th century. Although the other sections of the walls were less elaborate, they were, when well-manned, almost impregnable for any medieval besieger.