Rybnica Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Rybnica, Poland
Rybnica Castle is a rectangular stone fortress built on a granite promontory with three levels and corner turret, measuring roughly 24 by 13 meters in its main structure. The building displays typical medieval fortification features with walls designed for defensive purposes.
The fortress was first documented in 1288 and originally belonged to the Reibnitz family. In 1345, Duke Henry of Jawor granted it to Conrad von Czirn, marking a shift in local control.
The fortress served as a seat for the Reibnitz family and functioned as an administrative center for the region. Nobility occupied the upper floors while service areas and storage remained in the tower base.
The ruins stand about 8 kilometers west of Jelenia Gora and can be reached via National Road 30. A railway station in the nearby village offers additional transport options for visitors.
The north wall is among the best preserved sections and still retains window openings from the 16th century. These original details offer visitors a rare glimpse into medieval construction and architectural methods.
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