Kaunas Castle, Medieval Gothic castle at river confluence in Kaunas, Lithuania.
The rectangular brick fortress features multiple towers, thick defensive walls, and remnants of a protective moat at the meeting point of Nemunas and Neris rivers.
The castle, constructed in the 14th century, withstood numerous sieges by Teutonic Knights until its capture in 1362 after a three-week assault.
The castle grounds now house a museum branch that presents exhibitions about medieval military tactics, architectural elements, and Lithuanian defensive structures.
Visitors can explore various restored sections of the castle, including towers that provide views across the surrounding landscapes and river confluence.
The fortress includes an underground network of tunnels where, according to records, the military troops of Queen Bona Sforza disappeared without explanation.
Location: Kaunas
Made from material: brick
Website: http://kaunopilis.lt/vidinis_en.html
GPS coordinates: 54.89889,23.88500
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
Lithuania features medieval castles, baroque monasteries, national parks with lakes and forests, as well as historical cities. The country has religious sites like the Hill of Crosses, museums focused on Soviet history and the Holocaust, spa resorts, and seaports on the Baltic Sea. Monuments include Gediminas Tower in Vilnius, Trakai Island Castle, and the Pažaislis Monastery in Kaunas.
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