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Bolczów: From the Gate to Kapelania

Eight stops from the moat and entrance defences to the residential part of the upper castle.

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  • DépartDry Moat and Bridge
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Begin at the dry moat and bridge, outside the entrance to the ruins. After crossing the bridge, explore the barbican and artillery tower, followed by the gatehouse. These neighbouring structures show how the entrance was strengthened as firearms became increasingly important.

Beyond the gatehouse, continue into the lower courtyard. The path then leads towards the upper castle entrance, where you will learn about the corner tower. View it from the passage and courtyard; the route does not require climbing the walls. Once through the gate to the older castle, stop at the courtyard and cistern, then at the High House.

The final stop is Kapelania, associated with former living quarters on a rock outcrop. Steps and passages between rocks lead to the higher parts. Afterwards, return along the same route through the courtyards to the bridge; this is not a circular walk. Use only open passages and follow signs within the ruins.

Étapes du parcours (8)
  1. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów1SalleDry Moat and BridgeThe ditch outside the entrance separated the castle from its easiest approach.Quiz
  2. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów2SalleBarbican and Artillery TowerThe rounded entrance defences were built as firearms became increasingly important.Quiz
  3. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów3SalleGatehouseThe former defended passage later gained a role in tourism.Quiz
  4. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów4SalleLower Courtyard and Curtain WallThe irregular outer bailey combined service buildings with a defensive perimeter.Quiz
  5. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów5SalleUpper Castle TowerThe corner tower protected the gate to the oldest part of the stronghold.Quiz
  6. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów6SalleUpper Courtyard and CisternA rainwater tank served the oldest part of the castle.Quiz
  7. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów7SalleHigh HouseThe residential building’s remains also reflect the castle’s later use by visitors.Quiz
  8. Ilustracja Zamek Bolczów8SalleKapelaniaA rock outcrop with traces of former living quarters marks the end of the walk through the older castle.Quiz
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Bolczów Castle
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  • castle ruins
  • history
  • defensive architecture