Imperial Castle in Poznań
Imperial Castle in Poznań, Neo-Romanesque castle in Imperial District, Poland.
The Imperial Castle in Poznań is a Neo-Romanesque building featuring a central clock tower, two wings containing residential and ceremonial spaces, and several courtyards. The structure spreads across generous grounds that accommodate galleries, dining areas, and performance halls.
German Emperor Wilhelm II commissioned architect Franz Schwechten in the early 1900s to design this castle as a residence. The building became a representation of German power in Greater Poland and has shaped the region's history since then.
The castle serves today as a center for art and culture, hosting exhibitions, theater performances, and film screenings throughout the year. Visitors can experience diverse cultural events that bring the space to life.
The castle sits close to public transportation and welcomes visitors daily with guided tours available. Multiple restaurants and cafés operate within the grounds, and various exhibition areas can be explored at your own pace.
Within the castle's rose courtyard sits a fountain that replicates the famous lion fountain from the Alhambra Palace in Spain. This detail reveals a connection to European artistic traditions and Mediterranean influences in this Eastern European location.
Location: Poznań
Inception: 1910
Architects: Franz Schwechten
Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture
Address: ul. Aleksandra Fredry 7
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00-21:00; Saturday 09:00-21:00; Sunday 10:00-21:00
Phone: +48616465272
Email: informacja@ckzamek.pl
Website: https://ckzamek.pl
GPS coordinates: 52.40778,16.91861
Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:05
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