Dybów Castle

Dybów Castle stands as ruins on the Vistula River in Toruń, displaying walls built from red brick in Gothic style. The preserved gate tower with two stories and fortification structures allow visitors to understand the medieval construction techniques and layout.

King Władysław II Jagiełło ordered this fortress built between 1424 and 1428 as a customs post along the Teutonic border. During the Napoleonic Wars, French soldiers later defended it against Russian forces in 1813, giving the site a role in early 19th-century conflicts.

In medieval times, this fortress symbolized Polish authority facing the Teutonic Order across the river. The location represented Polish economic interests in a region where two powers competed for control.

The ruins are freely accessible and can be reached via Dybowska Street without any entrance fees. Parking spaces are available near the site, and checking local visitor information beforehand helps plan your visit more effectively.

French soldiers maintained a defensive position here for three months during a Russian siege in 1813. This episode from the Napoleonic Wars shows how this medieval site retained strategic importance across different historical periods.