Castles and palaces in the Kłodzko Valley. Discover the wonders of architecture

If you like to visit palaces and castles, the Kłodzka Basin will be the perfect destination for you. Abundant in this type of attractions, it is an ideal place to discover interesting places and the history associated with them. Get to know the most beautiful of them now! Here are residences and castles in the Kłodzko Valley and its surroundings, which are worth visiting!

Kłodzka Basin — history at your fingertips

The Kłodzka Basin undoubtedly occupies an important place on the tourist map of Poland, and the number of attractions available within it is so large that even with good intentions, it is impossible to see them in one day. In turn, when going on a trip for several days, it is worth considering the accommodation options well - especially when you want to see as much as possible - check out: Accommodation in the Kłodzka Valley. What place to choose for accommodation?

When looking for the perfect one, start with Vital&SPA Resort Szarotka offer. It is a high-class accommodation facility with a swimming pool complex and a SPA zone. Located in a very well-connected place of Zieleniec, part of Dusznik-Zdrój, it provides easy access to various places not only in Poland, but also the Czech Republic. Moreover, when booking a stay there, you can count on favorable accommodation conditions and a number of amenities that will make the trip itself even more pleasant. Check out the current offer now!

What castles in the Kłodzko Valley and its surroundings are worth seeing?

As for castles and palaces, for the Kłodzko Basin they are such a characteristic type of buildings that there is even a “European Route of Castles and Palaces”, which constitutes a Polish-Czech agreement promoting monuments of this type on both sides of the border. In Poland, the program includes facilities scattered throughout Lower Silesia, including castles and palaces of the Kłodzko Basin. Which ones are worth seeing?

Książ Castle in Walbrzych

When it comes to castles to visit, the Kłodzka Basin can boast of having one of the largest in our country. Książ Castle is the third largest building of its kind in Poland. It has about 11 thousand m2 and more than 400 rooms spread over 5 floors. Its ovules as a structure may even date back to the 13th century, however it was later rebuilt and expanded many times. Currently, its body is kept in the Baroque-Neo-Renaissance style. Książ Castle has a museum that can be visited all year round. As part of the purchased ticket, you can also see the Palm House.

The castle is located about 80 km from Zieleniec, however, the access itself is very convenient due to the possibility of traveling on provincial roads.

Forest Rock Castle in Szczytna

Forest Rock Castle was built at the beginning of the 19th century by the then owner of the Szczytna Count Leopold von Hochberg. The shape of the building was integrated into the rocks of Szczytnik (589 m above sea level) and its style refers to the medieval fortified castle, only in the neo-Gothic edition. There are stunning views from there. There is also a lookout point nearby. Recently, this building, like other castles and palaces of the Kłodzko Basin, can be visited. There is also a restaurant.

Zieleniec Castle is about 20 minutes by car along roads of provincial and national status.

Castle in Miedzylesie

Particularly interesting perspectives of leisure are offered by Castle Międzylesie. The Kłodzka Basin has only a few similar facilities, where apart from sightseeing, you can also use the accommodation option. The estate in Międzylesie is a large complex consisting of 3 wings, which were built in stages between the 16th and 17th centuries, keeping them in different styles. Currently, part of the castle can be visited. In another part of it there is a hotel and a restaurant. In historic interiors, you can organize a conference or organize a wedding or other family celebration.

Zieleniec and Międzylesie are located about 40 km from each other. They are connected by provincial roads, which facilitates access.

Castle on the Rock in Trzebieszowice

Royal accommodation, relaxation in the SPA and sightseeing? This is exactly what the Castle on the Rock offers! The Kłodzka Basin and its surroundings have a lot of attractions to offer, and one of them is the palace complex “Oberhof” with a palace dating back to the 16th century. It is now in private hands and renovated allows you to take advantage of a number of amenities. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, meeting rooms, a wellness area and a hotel. There is also a sightseeing tour.

The drive from Zieleniec is quite convenient and takes about 45 minutes.

Grodno Castle

The Grodno estate is one of the best examples of how the border had on the castles and palaces there. The Kłodzka Basin was famous for its numerous strongholds, which, located in strategic places, were supposed to help guard against threats from the outside. Grodno Castle was built over 700 years ago on the Choina Mountain at an altitude of 450 m above sea level. It is one of the best preserved strongholds of Lower Silesia. It can be visited independently (on weekends and holidays) and with a guide (on days commonly).

The facility is located about 70 km from Zieleniec, so it should take no more than 1.5 hours to get to it.

Palace in Gorzanów

The Gorzanów Palace was erected in the middle of the 16th century and then rebuilt. Thanks to its original architecture and interesting buildings, it certainly delighted in its heyday, at the same time differing from other palaces in the Kłodzko Valley. Unfortunately, it has fallen into disrepair and today it is gradually being restored. However, it can be visited for free, although a renovation donation is welcome.

The palace is located about 30 km from Zieleniec.

Marianna Orańska Palace in Kamieniec Ząbkowicki

This architecturally interesting residence once belonged to the Dutch royal Marianna of Oranska. Nowadays, it is one of the most characteristic monuments that the Kłodzka Basin has in general when it comes to castles. The map of attractions of this complex is particularly extensive and includes: a renewed palace on a rectangular plan with 4 towers and terraces arranged in cascading, a family mausoleum, the ruins of a hunting lodge, a castle boiler room, as well as more than 1 km2 of the park made available to the public.

Palace in Kamieniec Ząbkowicki is approximately an hour's drive from Zieleniec. There are also other interesting attractions and castles along the route. The Kłodzka Basin and its surroundings open up a lot of opportunities for sightseeing!

The Palace of Iron

The Palace of Iron was built at the end of the 18th century in the Baroque style. It is distinguished by a characteristic shape created by 2 wings and a large number of architectural details referring to the guiding style. Currently, this residence is in private hands. There is a hotel and a restaurant, and some rooms can be visited by appointment.

Getting to Żelazno from Zieleniec is quite convenient and should not take more than 30-40 minutes.

Castle of the Silesian Piasts in Brzeg

Or maybe go a little further than the Kłodzka Basin itself? The castles and palaces available in the area impress to no less extent, and at the same time offer completely new perspectives of rest. The castle of the Silesian Piasts in Brzeg was built in the 12th century, but later it was rebuilt many times. In the 16th century, changes were introduced in the Renaissance style modelled on the royal castle in Kraków, which also made the Brest residence known as “Silesian Wawel”. Today, the castle functions as a museum. The property also hosts various events and has a restaurant.

Brzeg from Zieleniec is about a 2-hour drive away. However, this route can be planned to see additional attractions along the way.

Are you also looking for other sightseeing ideas than castles and palaces? The Kłodzka Basin has much more to offer: Kłodzka Valley — excursions worth going on.