Kraków Barbican, Gothic fortification in Old Town, Poland
The circular brick structure measures 24.4 meters in diameter and contains seven watchtowers connected by walls that are 3 meters thick.
Built in 1498 as a defensive gateway, the fortification protected Kraków against potential invasions from the Ottoman Empire through its strategic position.
The Historical Museum of Kraków maintains exhibits within the Barbican that demonstrate the development of medieval military architecture and urban defense systems.
Visitors can access both the Barbican and the city walls with a single ticket priced at 16 złoty for adults and 12 złoty for concessions.
The structure contains 130 embrasures positioned throughout its walls, allowing defenders to shoot arrows and early firearms at multiple angles.
Location: Kraków
Inception: 1498
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Made from material: brick
Operator: Muzeum Krakowa
Address: Basztowa, 30-547 Kraków, Poland
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:30-18:00; November-March off
Phone: +48124210201
Website: http://mhk.pl/branches/barbican
GPS coordinates: 50.06553,19.94166
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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