Zamek Chojnik
Zamek Chojnik
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Jazz Mae
The Netherlands171 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
This walk was higher than we thought it would be. There is a possibility to take a red or black route. We took the red route up and black route down. Walking upwards was very steep. Having some breaks is a recommendation for people who are older or small children. The entrance of the park is €2-4zloty and visiting the castle is around 8-10 zloty but the view is breathtaking. Enjoy this nature. Around 1,5 hour to go up and down and relaxing when you are up.
Written January 5, 2023
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Lieselotte95
Berlin, Germany45 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
My favorite castle ruin. I've been there at least 10 times and I'm always overwhelmed by the surroundings. Since I love climbing, we always use the black path (the most difficult path). I always feel so happy afterwards. There are small snacks at the top (soups, cakes, tea, etc.). Be sure to take water with you on the way. The climb can be done in 40 minutes on the black path.
Written April 7, 2024
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Roman Shopa
Lviv, Ukraine479 contributions
Sep 2020
A nice place to visit with family during weekend. It's quite typical castle for the region, but its location, the nearby woods and the scenery make it special. There is an awesome tree inside (sorry, don't know the name) - a nice place for the group photos.
...and there's also dragons, two of them!
...and there's also dragons, two of them!
Written August 10, 2021
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Ivan Kinsman
Kielce, Poland1,078 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
A 600 m climb so take sturdy walking shoes. There are some pubs around but we took a packed lunch and some nice tables and benches to eat from halfway down.
Given to the German knight Schoff Gotsch by a German Princess, who was also the founder of the Schaffgotsch dynasty who owned the beautiful palace in Cieplice. They eventually had to leave Poland in 1945 after being kicked out by the Communists.
The castle was never seized but was abandoned after being hit by lightening. There are some very impressive views from the very top and the whipping post in the main square is interesting.
Given to the German knight Schoff Gotsch by a German Princess, who was also the founder of the Schaffgotsch dynasty who owned the beautiful palace in Cieplice. They eventually had to leave Poland in 1945 after being kicked out by the Communists.
The castle was never seized but was abandoned after being hit by lightening. There are some very impressive views from the very top and the whipping post in the main square is interesting.
Written July 19, 2021
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Mario
Poland70 contributions
May 2023 • Family
An amazing journey through a dense, old forest; picturesque landscapes. The journey can be quite exhausting for some depending on the route. The culmination is the wonderful ruins of the Castle and amazing views from the top. I recommend it to anyone traveling with a child.
Written March 15, 2024
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avorkadi
Poland38 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
A beautiful place to be.
Wonderful food though limited but ever smiling staff who make you feel special.
Every details was taken care from the moment we stepped in till the time we left.
Wonderful food though limited but ever smiling staff who make you feel special.
Every details was taken care from the moment we stepped in till the time we left.
Written July 2, 2021
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Kate P
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK24 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
I visited castle with my daughter today and I need to say it’s the best attraction in an area. Red trail was easy to climb up with plenty of places to rest. Castle itself very well kept and full of beautiful views, you can even have a nice drink and food in castle tavern. I would definitely recommend it if you are visiting Karkonosze Mountains.
Written August 10, 2023
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joleneybea
Warsaw, Poland50 contributions
Dec 2016 • Solo
I have been wanting to visit Zamek Chonnik since last year when I passed through Jelenia Gora. I didn't have time last year, and I made it a point to come back this year. Even in winter, this was a great outing. It may have been even better because of the cold! It made the stop in the schronisko on the grounds even more delightful.
If you are traveling only by public transport, this is a great place to go as the connections are very good. I started from the Dworzec Glowny in Jelenia Gora and took the 15 Bus to Pod Chojinkem. I actually wouldn't recommend this stop, but instead get off the bus at the "Czecha" stop and follow your trail map to the black and red trails. It's a short way around the corner.
From there, as others have noted, there is an entrance fee into the National Park. It was about 6zl I think. I used the red trail on the basis of others' reviews because I didn't want to overdo myself going up. And this was a good decision. The red trail has been "recently" renovated, and it is in excellent shape and designed for large numbers of people hiking to the top. On the way down, I decided to try the black trail, and it was a little bit of a workout coming down. I imagine going up this way will be better for more experienced hikers and those who are generally more athletic than I am .
At the top, you pay your 6zl entrance fee, and you're free to explore. I have a sense that there is more going on during the summer, but I really liked the quiet of a winter visit. The experience is really fun, especially when there aren't throngs of people fighting you up the spiral staircases. I'm sure there are fantastic views when you get to the top, but it was snowing when I got there so all I saw was white.
Make sure to stop in next door at the schronisko and grab something warm to drink. The inside is quite enchanting with a fire going and tasty tomato soup to fill your belly. There are some postcards to buy, but I didn't see any of the other souvenirs that were advertised. I think they were closed. OH, and make sure that you get your stamp inside too. I was happy to be able to add another stamp to my collection.
If the weather had been better, and I had more daylight hours to spend outside, I would definitely have explored the area a little more. I would like to check out the yellow and green trails. This is a great place to stop on a long hike - easy to plan a stop here. But it's also great for an afternoon outing with the family too. I saw a few couples with children making their way to the top too.
Well worth the 12zl cost... I highly recommend it for others!!
If you are traveling only by public transport, this is a great place to go as the connections are very good. I started from the Dworzec Glowny in Jelenia Gora and took the 15 Bus to Pod Chojinkem. I actually wouldn't recommend this stop, but instead get off the bus at the "Czecha" stop and follow your trail map to the black and red trails. It's a short way around the corner.
From there, as others have noted, there is an entrance fee into the National Park. It was about 6zl I think. I used the red trail on the basis of others' reviews because I didn't want to overdo myself going up. And this was a good decision. The red trail has been "recently" renovated, and it is in excellent shape and designed for large numbers of people hiking to the top. On the way down, I decided to try the black trail, and it was a little bit of a workout coming down. I imagine going up this way will be better for more experienced hikers and those who are generally more athletic than I am .
At the top, you pay your 6zl entrance fee, and you're free to explore. I have a sense that there is more going on during the summer, but I really liked the quiet of a winter visit. The experience is really fun, especially when there aren't throngs of people fighting you up the spiral staircases. I'm sure there are fantastic views when you get to the top, but it was snowing when I got there so all I saw was white.
Make sure to stop in next door at the schronisko and grab something warm to drink. The inside is quite enchanting with a fire going and tasty tomato soup to fill your belly. There are some postcards to buy, but I didn't see any of the other souvenirs that were advertised. I think they were closed. OH, and make sure that you get your stamp inside too. I was happy to be able to add another stamp to my collection.
If the weather had been better, and I had more daylight hours to spend outside, I would definitely have explored the area a little more. I would like to check out the yellow and green trails. This is a great place to stop on a long hike - easy to plan a stop here. But it's also great for an afternoon outing with the family too. I saw a few couples with children making their way to the top too.
Well worth the 12zl cost... I highly recommend it for others!!
Written December 27, 2016
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Kim H
Taulov, Denmark29 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
We were there on a sunny autumn day in October and it was brilliant. The hike up is a bit tough, but since the age span was from 6 to 70 we took our time.
Unless you are in really good condition I recommend taking the red route up, and if you are in ok/good condition take the black down. If you have a bit problems with balance or similar stay away from the black route! The red one is nicely paved and in good condition. The castle itself is OK, but not something extraordinary. If you decide to go up to the tower to enjoy the beatiful view from the top, beware that the way down on the spiral staircase is not for people with claustrofobia.
I can truely recommend visiting Chojnik
Unless you are in really good condition I recommend taking the red route up, and if you are in ok/good condition take the black down. If you have a bit problems with balance or similar stay away from the black route! The red one is nicely paved and in good condition. The castle itself is OK, but not something extraordinary. If you decide to go up to the tower to enjoy the beatiful view from the top, beware that the way down on the spiral staircase is not for people with claustrofobia.
I can truely recommend visiting Chojnik
Written November 8, 2018
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FactotumDellaCitta
London, UK4,003 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
This picturesque castle has been in ruins since it was struck by lightning in 1675. It possible to walk around the walls and to climb up the reconstructed tower for magnificent views of the surrounding area. There are well-signed parking lots from which it takes around 30-60 minutes to hike up to the castle.
Written December 6, 2016
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Do zamku prowadzi droga dojazdowa zbudowana z kamieni, trudno jednoznacznie odpowiedzieć na to pytanie - zależne to jest od rodzaju kółek wózka i determinacji (podjazd jest stromy).
Written July 24, 2018
From the castle you can see another castle (or some building) on a higher mountain to the southwest (I think). Does anyone know what that building is? I can't figure it out.
Written May 19, 2018
Is there somewhere you can see the castle without having climb the trails? I have an elderly person with me who sadly cannot do the kind of walking required to reach it :(
Written April 21, 2018
Czy jest możliwość podejścia do zamku z dziecięcym wózkiem?
Written August 14, 2017
Można podejść czerwonym szlakiem. Jednak proponuję przemyśleć taką wycieczkę. Samo zwiedzanie zamku z wózkiem nie jest możliwe.
Written August 14, 2017
is there any tour bus the castle or is it just walking .regards gary
Written May 29, 2017
hi isd jelena gora were y the castle is a long way from wroclaw were we are staying we will be using public transport
Written January 31, 2016
It is an hour's rail journey to Jelenia Góre, and from there is a bus connection
Written July 12, 2017
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