Castle in Ostrów Tumski, Wrocław, Medieval castle in Ostrów Tumski, Wrocław, Poland
The castle complex includes foundations of an octagonal structure and adjacent buildings beneath the Notre Dame Sisters Convent on Saint Martin Street.
In 1163, Prince Bolesław the Tall transformed the wooden fortress into a fortified brick residence after returning from his service to Emperor Frederick Barbarossa.
The castle served as a ducal residence for Silesian Piast rulers, featuring a Romanesque palace and religious buildings including Saint Martin's Chapel.
Visitors can explore the castle remains in the monastery basement through guided tours arranged by telephone appointment at 71 322 78 67 or 509 265 098.
The castle foundations contain an eighteen-sided octagon structure, which scholars debate whether it functioned as a chapel or a ducal tower residence.
Location: Wrocław
GPS coordinates: 51.11550,17.04299
Latest update: May 12, 2025 21:26
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