Grodziec Castle

Grodziec, Poland

Grodziec Castle was built first time in the 13th century and the oldest existing brick structure dates from the 15th century. In the 16-17th centuries it was rebuilt as a Renaissance style residence. The castle is surrounded by English Garden. Despite of wars Grodziec Castle is well-preserved.

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Dworska 1, Grodziec, Poland
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Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Poland

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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Amarok Sh (42 days ago)
Beautiful castle with a lot of areas to walk and observed, as well outside it. It is worthwhile to join guided tour with the guide whose appearance and attire is from the medieval, he tells a lot of cool stories. There is a small bar so you can have a snack. When travel by car drive into the courtyard- there are more parking space then before the gate.
James O'Brien (3 months ago)
Great place to visit, parking at the top.
Rafael Diederen (3 months ago)
very cool and stuff but a few English signs would be nice
Dawid Tomczykowski (4 months ago)
Beautiful castle with many open sights for seeing. I recommend this to visit when near by.
Polonik (5 months ago)
It was really best castle I have ever been, I feel like from Middle Ages , from movies... I congrats all people who keep here as original as possible
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