Castle ruins in Rytwiany

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Castle ruins in Rytwiany, Medieval castle ruins in Rytwiany, Poland.

The remaining corner wall of the castle stands several meters high, displaying regular brick patterns with characteristic diamond-shaped decorative elements.

The castle, first mentioned in documents from 1397, underwent substantial reconstruction between 1420 and 1436 under the ownership of Bishop Wojciech Jastrzębiec.

The castle grounds now feature twelve sculptures by Sławomir Micek depicting historical figures connected to Rytwiany, including Tadeusz Kościuszko and Jan Tęczyński.

The ruins are accessible from Staszowska Street, with parking spaces available near the Volunteer Fire Department building and informational panels on site.

The castle remains include beam indentations and plaster fragments from three levels, indicating the structure's original height and architectural composition.

Location: Rytwiany

Inception: 15 century

GPS coordinates: 50.52925,21.20250

Latest update: March 10, 2025 09:41

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