Nowy Dwór Castle in Wałbrzych, Medieval castle ruins in Wałbrzych, Poland.
Nowy Dwór Castle consists of stone ruins perched on Castle Mountain at roughly 618 meters elevation. Fragments of two buildings and courtyard walls remain visible among the remnants.
The fortress was built in the early 14th century under Duke Bolek I of Świdnica and served as a strategic stronghold for the Duchy of Świdnica-Jawor. It protected the region against threats from the south for generations.
The ruins once drew metalworkers from nearby towns, making this location a hub for craft production tied to regional trade networks.
The ruins can be reached via a yellow-marked hiking trail starting from Wałbrzych Główny Railway Station. The climb up the mountain is steep in places, so sturdy footwear is important for the walk.
A lightning strike in the 16th century destroyed the residential section and led the ruling family to abandon the location and establish a new home in town. This event marked the end of the castle as a living residence.
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