Fischbach castle

Fischbach castle is a Gothic Revival palace in Karpniki featuring architectural elements from Friedrich August Stüler's designs. The structure displays towers, arched windows, and stone masonry characteristic of the period.

The structure was first documented in 1364 as a fortified castle and received its current form through major reconstruction in 1844. This redesign with Prince Wilhelm's involvement shaped the building's appearance to this day.

The castle held significant collections of medieval glass paintings and Far Eastern artworks that its owners gathered over time. These objects shaped how one understands the collecting interests of wealthy families in the region.

The castle is located in Lower Silesian Voivodeship and is accessible through the local road network. Visitors should plan ahead since the location lies in a more rural area.

During World War II the castle served as storage for Silesian art treasures and collections from the German national library. This role as a refuge for cultural works reveals how the building was used as a safe place for valuable collections during that period.

Location: Karpniki

Architects: Friedrich August Stüler

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 50.84652,15.84994

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42