Przewodziszowice Castle, Medieval watchtower in Żarki, Poland.
Przewodziszowice Castle stands on limestone rocks with preserved fragments of stone walls and foundations from the Gothic period. The remains sit on a hilltop and can be reached by hiking paths.
The castle was built in the 14th century under King Casimir III the Great to protect important trade routes between Silesia and Lesser Poland. It formed part of a network of fortresses that controlled these strategic passages.
The castle belongs to the Eagle's Nests trail, a collection of medieval fortifications spread across the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland. Visitors can see remnants that tell the story of medieval settlement in this region.
The site is reachable from Żarki by following marked hiking trails, with parking available at the base of the hill. The climb is moderately challenging and offers views of the surrounding landscape.
Local records mention that knight Mikołaj Kornicz Siestrzeniec hid his accumulated treasures within the castle walls and a deep stone well. This story adds a layer of intrigue to the ruins for visitors.
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