CastleZąbkowice Śląskie

Ząbkowice Śląskie Castle

Ząbkowice Śląskie Castle

The remains of the Castle can be visited

In the town of Ząbkowice Śląskie, formerly known as Frankenstein, stands the imposing ruin of a castle that was once a significant structure in Lower Silesia. Its history dates back to the 14th century, bearing witness to a rich past.

History+

The origins of the present castle lie in a Gothic fortress built in the 14th century. On the foundations of this older complex, Karl I of Münsterberg had the current castle constructed between 1522 and 1532. A devastating fire in 1784 destroyed large parts of the building, leading to its current ruined state.

Location+

Ząbkowice Śląskie Castle is located in the town of Ząbkowice Śląskie (Frankenstein) in the Dolnośląskie Voivodeship (Lower Silesia) in southwestern Poland. It is situated at an elevation of approximately 282 meters above sea level.

On site+

Today, the castle ruin is accessible to visitors and can be explored, offering insight into its former splendor and the effects of time.

Nearby+
  • Pałac Królewski (Wrocław City Palace) (Castle), approx. 60.0 km away
  • Bouzov Castle (Castle), approx. 98.2 km away
  • Trosky Castle Ruin (Castle), approx. 112.1 km away
  • Pałac Eichendorffów (Lubowitz Castle) (Castle), approx. 112.0 km away

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