Drzewica Castle, Gothic-Renaissance castle in Drzewica, Poland
Drzewica Castle is a rectangular fortress with four corner towers and walls approximately 2.4 meters thick. The structure measures roughly 37 by 43 meters and displays the blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its form.
Archbishop Maciej Drzewicki commissioned this defensive residence between 1527 and 1535 as a family seat. Its construction occurred during an era when such structures still served defensive purposes while functioning as dwellings.
The structure blends defensive Gothic features with Renaissance embellishments that reflect the shift from medieval fortress to modern residence. This architectural mix remains visible today in the stonework and tower arrangement.
The ruins are located about a five-minute walk from the town center and are easily accessible on foot. Interior access is restricted for safety reasons, but visitors can view the exterior structure and general layout.
Two moats and an earthen rampart once surrounded the structure to reinforce its defensive capabilities. Wooden galleries lined the interior walls on the first and second floors, though these are no longer visible today.
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