Castle in Kowalewo Pomorskie

The castle in Kowalewo Pomorskie is a Gothic fortress ruin featuring partially preserved foundation walls and at least one stone pillar decorated with Gothic arches from the late 14th century. The remains sit on a hill between two lakes and outline where the original defensive structure once stood.

The fortification was built between 1300 and 1330 by the Teutonic Knights on the site of an earlier wooden stronghold. During conflicts between the Knights and Polish forces, the castle changed hands several times and became involved in regional peace negotiations.

The ruins attract those curious about medieval construction methods and how fortified places shaped daily life in the region. Visitors can see how stone was used to create defensive structures that once dominated the landscape.

The ruins are accessible year-round and require no special permits to visit. Wear sturdy shoes as the hillside is uneven and foundation walls protrude from the ground in places.

The castle sits strategically between two lakes, making it a checkpoint that likely controlled trade and movement through the region. This water-based location was not accidental but shows how medieval powers used lakes and rivers to monitor commerce and military passage.