Gniew Castle

Gniew, Poland

The Order of Brothers of the German House Saint Mary In Jerusalem took possession on the land of Gniew in 1283. Based on the law of Che³mno in 1297 the city stood next to the Teutonic castle built to the pattern of convent castles. The monumental silhouette along with the church of St. Nicholas is still constitute the characteristic dominant of the southern panorama of Gniew.

The Gniew Castle was the most powerful claim of the Teutonic Order on the left bank of the Vistula. Built at the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries, it was the home of the Knights commanders, and in the times of Poland, when the town belonged to Poland, it was a mayor"s seat. The castle was rebuilt in several times (granary, prison) and eventually burned in the Great Fire in 1921.

In the years 1968-1974, the FAMA Ship Machinery Works in Gniew undertook the first stage of the reconstruction of the castle, completed by laying the ceiling over the top storey, roofing the building and covering the roof with ceramic tiles. Under the public works in 1992, the Council of the Town and Commune of Gniew began the second stage of renovation including the construction of the ceiling in the west and east wings, adaptation of the interior and reconstruction of the chapel as well as adaptation of the Castle Hill to serve tourism purposes. Currnetly the Gniew castle is owned by the corporation of castles 'Zamek Gniew'.

Fortress also houses branch of the Archaeological Museum in Gdansk, Husar"s banner under the auspices of Marshal of Pomeranian Voivodeship, Yellow infantry regiment of Adolfusa Gustawusa II, Schola Cantorum Gymevensis Choir, Hunting Center and the Military History Society of the brotherhood of Gdansk. Since 1992, the castle has been used as a venue for spectacles, historical shows and chivalric tournaments. Today it is recognized as one of the major centers for promoting and maintaining the medieval tradition and heritage in Poland. Throughout the year are organized events, conferences, conventions, scientific symposia, banquets, and historical feasts.

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Robert. Marciniak. (3 years ago)
Gniew Castle An interesting formula of the trip, including a show, or rather learning how to use swords of various types. Nicely restored facility. Saved from destruction.
Marian Pażdzioch (4 years ago)
A great place to spend your vacation
Adam Januszewski (4 years ago)
I wanted to present my own perspective of a trip to the castle in Gniew ? Undoubtedly, the castle itself is worth visiting and walking around, but it is also worth going to the old town, which is two steps away. It has its own atmosphere which reminds me of the one from Prague or Mikulov. Cobbled streets with colorful facades of tenement houses create an atmosphere. Interestingly, the old town is not typically tourist-oriented. There is no restaurant or even an ice cream parlor. It is a phenomenon. I recommend Gniew for a weekend getaway. If we want even more attractions, Pelplin is 15 minutes from Gniew, which is also worth visiting ?
Roman Matysiak (4 years ago)
A beautiful, rebuilt castle and a beautiful old town of Gniew with a lot of interesting streets. The castle itself has lost a bit due to commerce, but the views of the Vistula and the surrounding area from the castle hill are beautiful. It is worth spending a few hours visiting the castle and the beautiful town.
Anna Żelechowska (4 years ago)
A magnificent Teutonic castle from the 13th century. Hotel, restaurant, paid parking on site. You can walk to the Old Town. You can play a city game that guides you around the city and its surroundings. It is possible to watch knight tournaments at the foot of the castle.
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