Zamek w Siewierzu, Medieval castle museum in Siewierz, Poland.
Zamek w Siewierzu is a stone castle featuring a prominent gate tower, defensive barbican, and residential wings enclosed by fortified walls along the Przemsza River. The layout demonstrates a multi-layered defensive structure typical of medieval fortifications in the region.
The castle was founded in the 14th century as a defensive stronghold for Silesian dukes and was sold to the bishops of Krakow in 1443. Under their rule, it became a significant administrative center for the surrounding territory.
The castle served as the residence of Krakow bishops who used it as a symbol of their power over the region and its people.
The site is freely accessible to visitors who can explore the ruins, underground chambers, and recently uncovered bastion foundations throughout the year. Plan your visit on a dry day to make walking through the grounds and lower areas easier.
The castle features a two-story barbican fortification system, a defensive element rarely found in Poland outside of major cities. This layered approach to defense was particularly effective against the siege weapons of its era.
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