Janowiec Castle

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Janowiec Castle, Renaissance castle in Janowiec, Poland

The castle stands on a high escarpment of the Vistula River valley, with its walls extending over 121 meters in length and 71 meters in width.

Constructed between 1508 and 1526 by Mikołaj Firlej, the castle remained in the possession of the Firlej family for more than 150 years.

The castle contains architectural elements from different periods, including Renaissance galleries designed by Italian architect Santi Gucci and Baroque interiors.

Visitors can explore the courtyard, walk through the arcaded galleries, and access the observation deck overlooking the Vistula River valley.

The fortress incorporated an advanced defensive system adapted for firearms, drawing inspiration from Southern European fortification designs.

Location: Janowiec

Inception: 1526

Architects: Santi Gucci

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: 51.32440,21.89220

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:14

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