Lanckorona Castle

Lanckorona Castle is a medieval fortress in ruins, located at the summit of Lanckorońska Mountain at 545 meters (1,790 feet) above sea level overlooking the surrounding landscape. Multiple structural remains are scattered across the site.

King Casimir III the Great ordered this defensive structure built in the early 14th century to secure the route toward Kraków. French engineers later reinforced it with external earthworks during the Bar Confederation period in 1770.

The remains display features of Polish Gothic architecture with a rectangular layout and traces of four-sided corner towers. This building style was typical for medieval defensive structures.

Visitors reach the castle ruins by following an ascending trail from the Market Square through St. John Street, which becomes unpaved as it approaches the summit. Sturdy footwear and time for the climb are essential.

The 18th-century earthwork reinforcements display an unusual tick-shaped design that French engineers created. This construction method was experimental and rarely seen in Poland at the time.

Location: Lanckorona

GPS coordinates: 49.84780,19.71240

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44