There is no other such place as Międzylesie Castle on the entire Kłodzko Land. Although still partially destroyed, it constantly impresses with its beauty enchanted in the Baroque and Renaissance walls. Discover the history of the place and see what it has to offer in addition to visiting the palace and castle halls.
Do you want to visit Miedzylesie Castle? That's what you need to know!
Although this name has been consolidated for good, Międzylesie Castle is actually a huge palace and castle complex, which consists of, among others, 3 separate wings, an internal courtyard, a castle tower called the Black Tower, a bridge, a gate crossing and former gardens.
The castle in Międzyles was built in the middle of the 14th century, probably on the site of a hillfort located there earlier. However, it was almost completely destroyed during the Hussite Wars and subsequently rebuilt. The new residence was maintained in the Renaissance style, and the remains of medieval fragments were partially incorporated into its body. One of them is the distinctive Black Tower. Another expansion took place in the 17th century. At that time, two more wings — north and east — were added to the previously erected manor house, which were kept in the Baroque style. Despite the passage of several centuries, the shape of the castle in Międzylesie has not changed much and looks similar to a few hundred years ago.
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Can Miedzylesie Castle be visited?
When it comes to Miedzylesie Castle, visiting the property is possible. It takes place together with a guide, thanks to which you can learn in more detail the history of this place. During the holidays, the exhibitions are open from Tuesday to Sunday, and entrances are held at 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00.
However, this is not all that Miedzylesie Castle has to offer guests. Night sightseeing, which is also organized in the residence, is another opportunity to try to uncover the dark secrets of the castle, which supposedly hosted Jan III Sobieski himself returning from the Vienna retreat...
What else is worth knowing when it comes to Miedzylesie and the castle? Visiting according to the price list costs 20 PLN for normal tickets and PLN 15 after a discount. Entrances organized after dark, on the other hand, cost 35 PLN per person.
Currently, the castle in Międzyles is in private hands, and its offer does not end with the opportunity to see the interiors, whether day or night. Currently, there are also conference rooms, where special events and corporate meetings are organized.
In turn, the Międzylesie Castle restaurant, which is part of the complex, offers a rich menu, in which traditional dishes reign. The signature dish of the local cuisine is black pasta with crayfish prepared according to a 19th-century recipe. Different types of pizza or hamburgers are also available. The residence also rents apartments. Accommodation available in the Międzylesie Castle allows you to spend a day in a real princely residence, which is already quite an attraction in itself.
What to see in the castle in Miedzylesie?
Międzylesie Castle impresses with its original architecture and rich decorations characteristic of the Baroque era. When visiting the complex, it is worth paying attention, among other things, to:
- decorated main portal at the entrance from the parade courtyard with cartouches of arms and reliefs depicting Faith and Justice,
- arcaded arcades in the eastern wing,
- The Ballroom, also known as the Whisper Hall,
- baroque, richly decorated tiled stoves,
- Exhibition of old photos of the castle.
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