Barwałd Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Barwałd Górny, Poland
The castle remains stand on Mount Żar at 527 meters elevation, featuring oval-shaped foundations measuring 20 by 50 meters with defensive walls and moat traces.
Duke Jan I Scholastyka constructed the fortress in the mid-14th century to protect the eastern border of the Duchy of Oświęcim, serving as a strategic point against Czech forces.
The Skrzyński family, who controlled the castle in 1440, maintained connections with other regional fortresses including Żywiec while operating as vassals of the Oświęcim dukes.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins by following the blue hiking trail that starts at the monastery in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska and continues along the mountain ridge.
The stones from the demolished castle were repurposed in 1616 to build the Chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene, which still stands on Mount Żar.
Location: Barwałd Górny
GPS coordinates: 49.85390,19.65550
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:40
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