Castle Ogrodzieniec

In the city
Contact ul. Kościuszki 66
42-440 Ogrodzieniec

tel.: 32 67 32 220
fax.: 32 67 32 991

Description

Over the centuries, the Ogrodzieniecki Castle in Podzamcze guarded the security of Polish borders.

On the highest elevation of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland, and therefore in the most difficult place to get by the enemies in the area, Casimir the Great ordered to build a massive stronghold. Today, although only ruins remain after it, it still has a defensive function: its task is to protect people visiting it from boredom and ignorance of good fun. It's the most interesting around him that is able to satisfy the needs of even the most demanding tourists attractions.

A visit to the ruins of the Ogrodzieniec Castle, the unusually picturesque remains of the largest stronghold lying on the Trail of the Eagles' Nests, is a must for all lovers of Polish history. A walk marked out within the castle by a tourist route allows you not only to become familiar with its extremely interesting history or unusual, because it is embedded in the rocks architecture, but also to enjoy the eye with an extraordinary, Jurassic landscape.

In the Castle there are a series of cyclical events that are designed to take a breathtaking approach to the extremely interesting history of our country. These include, among others: the Knight's Tournament organized every year at the beginning of August, the "Knight's Shakes", engaging audiences, horse parades: "Winged Knights" and "Lisowszczycy", "Medieval Atelier" - medieval fashion show and old or organized dances with a huge impetus "The gate of time" during which it becomes impossible reality: the Vikings exchange experiences with soldiers of Napoleon himself and the former inhabitants of the reconstructed, lying about 1.5 km from Podzamcze on Mount Birów of the Royal Castle invite all hungry for knowledge about their 30,000 years ago.

For those who want to experience an exciting thrill, the hospitable walls of Ogrodzieniec invite you to enjoy the everlasting popularity of "Ghosts Evenings". These unusual, horrible walks are directed only to the bravest daredevils, who are not able to horrify or ghosts emerging from the dungeons, or wandering in the corridors Black Dog from Ogrodzieniec.

Some say that only during the Castle of Horrors called "Wampiriadas" pulling a chain of beasts with the burning eyes behind them in panic moves away from Podzamcze to drowned in the nearby forests with horrified nerves terrible encounters with the most horrible characters. For nothing soothing the raging senses as actively spending free time, which runs smoothly in the Ogrodzieniec area. This happens, among others thanks to properly managed, lying on the route of the Trail of the Eagles 'Nests and the Jurassic Bicycle Trail of the Eagles' Nests, areas that are a paradise for both those who can not live without physical effort and those who value fun at the highest level.

It is for such people not far from the ruins of the fortress that one of its kind, consisting of 5 attractions was opened: House of Legends and Fears, Park of Physical Experiences, Miniature Park, Park of Adventure and Sledge Track, recreation and entertainment complex Park Ogrodzieniec. It is an extremely addictive place that perfectly diversifies your stay in an extremely mysterious and at the same time hospitable land that is undoubtedly the Kraków-Częstochowa Jura.

 

Event Callendar - 2018

MAY 2018

May 1 - "CONTINUOUS COMPETITION ETWEEN LARGE AND SMALL" - program of knight shows with active audience participation. Mini knight tournament for children, demonstration fights, sports fights, medieval artillery in hours. 15.00 -18.00 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

May 2 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - Night tour of the castle with a guide

May 3 - "HUSARIA - KNIGHTS OF KNIGHTS" - horse shows mounted in the 17th century at 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

May 6 - MEDIEVAL ATELIER - medieval fashion show and old dances. Dance lessons, a lecture on the "history of dress" and a changing room for visitors. The chance to take photos in period costumes, hours. 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

13 May - SUNDAY WITH A GUIDE - sightseeing of the castle with a guide (in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

20 May - KNIGHTS SHOW - demonstrations of knights fighting, at 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

26-27 May - INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF EARLY MEDIEVAL CULTURE FESTIVAL - 15TH BARBARZYŃC'S ARRIVAL - IGRZYSKA WŁADCÓW - an event presenting European cultures of the early middle ages. The Slavic armies, Vikings, Balts , Celts and others form their camps on the extensive ward. The program includes battle shows, craft shows, concerts of music from the era and the great battle of the rulers.

31 May - Eagle EYE - archery shows with active audience participation, at 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

June 1 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS - a visit to the castle with a guide
 

JUNE 2018

3 June - THE LITTLE SCENERY ACADEMY - shows and activities for children, hours. 15.30
(included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

10 June - CHIEF'S GIDDING RIDES - spectacular horse shows mounted in the realities of the Middle Ages, XV century, at 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

17th June - JOURNEY WITH GANDALF - fun with the characters of "The Lord of the Rings" in the area of ​​Gród on the Mount Birów. Among the forest nooks and white rocks you can meet the inhabitants of Gondor, Rohan and Shire. The daredevils participating in the game will have to be careful not to fall into the abyss of Mordor and the paws of his followers. An interactive game for whole families.

24 June - SUNDAY WITH A GUIDE - visiting the castle with a guide (in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

June 29 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide
JULY 2018

1 July - SZWOLEŻEROWIE - horse riding shows of the 19th century - hours 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

July 6 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

7 - 8 July - WROTA TIME - a historical event organized on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Poland's independence. In one field at the Ogrodzieniec Castle, various military units and reconstruction groups will be shown, representing the insurgents fighting for the independence of Poland. Presentation of military dioramas, weapons and uniforms from various eras.

July 13 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

13,14,15 July - Review of small theater forms "BAŚNIOGRÓD": workshops and theatrical performances for children and youth performed by the actors of the Pinezka Theaters and Bajkowe Skarbki Śląska

July 20 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

22 July - SUNDAY WITH A GUIDE - visiting the ruins of the castle with a guide (in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

27 July - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

28 - 29 July - AVE CEZAR! - Castle on the Birów Mountain will become the arena of fights between two rival schools of gladiators. Order and security will be guarded by Roman legionaries. Viewers will see interesting non-screened duels, get acquainted with Roman battle techniques and will choose the winner of the Birý games.

July 29 - CHILDREN'S SHOWS - demonstrations of knights fighting, at 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)


                   

AUGUST 2018

August 3 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

4-5 August-XXI INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN TOURNAMENT - one of the most recognizable historical events in Poland. For the first time the tournament takes place under the patronage of the Knight's Polish Team. The fight of the evening will be a clash of the multiple World Champion in knights fighting - Marcin Waszkielisa with the current Polish Champion Piotr Kriger. The program includes, among other things: bohurt fighting, a long sword tournament, wrestling, a ladies' run and horse shows. The performance will be complemented by the performance of the Staud band and the spectacular battle for the bridge.

August 10-EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

12 august- LISOWSZCZYCY - light Polish riding - horse shows of the 17th century, at 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

August 15- SUMMER SCHOOL OF MAGIC - all-day fun for children and adults in the company of wizards and magicians. The castle on the Birów Mountain will become the seat of well-known and popular figures of the fantasy world.

August 17 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

19 August - MEDIEVAL ATELIER - medieval fashion show and old dances. Dance lessons, a lecture on the "history of dress" and a changing room for visitors. The ability to take photos in period costumes, hours. 15.30 (included in the price of the entrance ticket to the castle)

August 24 - EVENING WITH SPIRITS * - night tour of the castle with a guide

August 25 - THE GREECE OF THE OGRODZIENIEC COMMUNE - an event for entire families with concerts of music stars ended with a spectacular show with pyrotechnics.

August 26-SUNDAY WITH A GUIDE-tour of the ruins of the castle with a guide (in the price of the admission ticket)

SEPTEMBER 2018

2, 9, 16, 23, 30-Knight shows at the castle - demonstrations of knights fighting, at 15.00

* Castle attraction for lovers of fun "with a thrill". Night tour of the castle with a guide with actors, ticket reservation.

The organizer reserves the right to cancel and change the date and nature of the event. Details of events at www.zamek-ogrodzieniec.pl

Opening hours:

  •     April *: 9:00 to 18:00
  •     May-August: 9:00 to 20:00
  •     September: 9: 00-19: 00
  •     October *: 9: 00-17: 00
  •     November *: 9: 00-15: 00

* the opening of the facility depends on the prevailing atmospheric conditions, in the months of October - November the opening hours of the facilities may change.

TICKET OFFICE
THE GARDEN CASTLE
42-440 Ogrodzieniec Podzamcze,
ul. The castle

tel. 32 67 32 285

Price list 2018

  •     Ogrodzieniecki Castle: reduced - PLN 8 / person, normal - PLN 12 / person
  •     Gród on Góra Birów: reduced - PLN 4 / person, normal - PLN 5 / person
  •     Castle + Castle: reduced - PLN 11 / person, normal - PLN 16 / person

 

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Podzamcze k. Ogrodzieńca, Śląskie
, 42-440 Ogrodzieniec

Knight tournaments, Old Polish feasts, picnics, live history lessons or evenings with ghosts during which the chosen lucky ones can see the black dog running around the neighborhood from Ogrodzieniec - this is Ogrodzieniec! Accommodation in this place is not only a vacation, it is also an adventure.

The castle in Ogrodzieniec is located in the village of Podzamcze and was erected in the second half of Fourteenth century on the order of King Casimir the Great on the site burnt in 1241 by the Tatars wood-and-earth defensive foundation "Wilcza Szczęka". Its current name comes either from the nearby village of Ogrodzieniec, or from its exceptionally strong, integrated in the area, stylized to the Italian baroque structure to provide fence, fortification, protection from all dangers that come from outside. Sheltered on three sides by high rocks, and from the fourth by a stone wall, a building that could only be reached in a narrow crevice between the rocks of entry, to this day is a perfect proof that Kazimierz the Great "found Poland wooden, and he left the brickwork. "

The castle in Ogrodzieniec changed owners very often, until finally in 1523 it was in the hands of the Boner family, who made a renaissance residence modeled on the royal residence in Wawel, which became one of the most elegant and the most expensive places in the country. The end of its almost century-long magnificence falls in the period of the Swedish Deluge during which it was first captured, then plundered by a cruel invader from the north. Since then, none of the subsequent owners of the fortress had adequate means to thoroughly renovate it, which is why the castle lost its value year by year. The ruined building from the demolition carried out by local peasants, who destroyed cheap walls, gained cheap building material, saved by the well-known traveler and geographer Aleksander Janowski. It is the father of Polish tourism, in whose names it was named in the later years the highest elevation of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland, contributed to the establishment in 1906 of the Polish Touring Society, which not only included the outline of Ogrodzieniec Castle in its name, but bought its ruins and took care of it .

Although the Castle in Ogrodzieniec is so-called "Permanent ruin", its area is constantly modernized and transformed in order to increase its tourist attractiveness. On its premises are organized, among others. knights' tournaments, old Polish feasts, integration picnics, live history lessons or evenings with ghosts during which the chosen lucky ones can see the Black Dog running from Ogrodzieniec running around, a huge chain of fearsome with burning eyes behind it. In addition, an ever larger accommodation base is created around the castle, so if you're looking for an amazing place to stay - Ogrodzieniec is an ideal choice.

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