Otmuchów Castle, Gothic castle in Otmuchów, Poland.
The stone fortress stands on elevated ground with two preserved wings spanning four levels each, featuring Renaissance and Baroque architectural elements throughout its structure.
The castle originated in the 12th century when Pope Hadrian granted authority over the land to the Bishop of Wrocław, serving as an episcopal residence.
The castle interior contains execution cells with a twenty-meter drop, marked with the inscription 'Go you are free' leading to a stone courtyard below.
The castle grounds include a garden established by Alexander von Humboldt, containing rare tree species such as smoketree, ginkgo, and Canadian lime.
The castle features special stone stairs called 'horse steps' that allowed mounted riders to access upper levels of the structure on horseback.
Location: Otmuchów
Architectural style: Gothic art
GPS coordinates: 50.46374,17.17180
Latest update: March 10, 2025 21:43
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