Kamieniec Zabkowicki Palace
Kamieniec Zabkowicki Palace
Kamieniec Zabkowicki Palace
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A 19th century neo-Gothic castle, designed by the renowned architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel for the princess Marianne von Oranien-Nassau.
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pawel_hbg
Sopot, Poland16,816 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
The palace in Kamieniec Ząbkowicki is an architectural pearl of Lower Silesia and the best example of neo-Gothic architecture. It was built in the first half of the 19th century on the initiative of Princess Marianna of Orange (1810 - 1883) on the basis of a preliminary design by architect Karl Schinkel, and after his death the plans were implemented by his student - the young architect Ferdinand Martius.
Sad it was so devastated but now is being rebuilt. Really interesting visit.
Sad it was so devastated but now is being rebuilt. Really interesting visit.
Written June 6, 2021
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OliviaK
Portland, OR72 contributions
Oct 2014 • Family
The castle was burnt to the ground by the Russians and pillaged and plundered more times then it could be salvaged by the local towns people.
Finally in the 20th century b.c of the European Union funding this historic landmark to be restored to it's former glory has is become the wonder and beauty it once was.
If you are in the area definitely worth looking at although the tour leader isn't to stoked about his job and it is lead in only Polish. He really lacked the enthusiasm needed to bring the times of this castle back alive . The times of secrecy, feasts,balls , monarchy and everything else that encompassed the times of when the castle was at it's reign.
Also, the tour is led in Polish only but definitely worth seeing. I would give it 5 stars if not for the lousy tour guide. ;3
Finally in the 20th century b.c of the European Union funding this historic landmark to be restored to it's former glory has is become the wonder and beauty it once was.
If you are in the area definitely worth looking at although the tour leader isn't to stoked about his job and it is lead in only Polish. He really lacked the enthusiasm needed to bring the times of this castle back alive . The times of secrecy, feasts,balls , monarchy and everything else that encompassed the times of when the castle was at it's reign.
Also, the tour is led in Polish only but definitely worth seeing. I would give it 5 stars if not for the lousy tour guide. ;3
Written February 2, 2015
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Wolszczak
Warsaw, Poland1,719 contributions
May 2012 • Family
I have read the history of the castle and not only origins are amazing, but also the recent battles on ideas how to restore this large size monument. One can see the castle from almost 50km. It's on a small hill, in a forest, covered with bushes and trees. Surprisngly there was some renovation work done, so there is a new entrance from one side, some interiors build. Yet in general, the place is a castle ruin with so much potential that the money needed to capitalize on it is simply too big.
It's a good idea to stop the car near the monastery, walk around the town and complete the day trip by walking around the castle. There used to be an option to call for a guide, but in 2012 it was not feasible.
It's a good idea to stop the car near the monastery, walk around the town and complete the day trip by walking around the castle. There used to be an option to call for a guide, but in 2012 it was not feasible.
Written March 21, 2013
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bokad
Middle East110 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
This castle looks lovely from the outside but it's not really worth taking the tour. The inside is almost completely empty inside. Flat white plastered walls and nothing else. Very very few historic items/furniture/decoration. Also, only a very small amount of information is available in English. Tour guide speaks Polish only. For your time and money there are much nicer and better restored castles in the area.
Written January 9, 2017
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Sylwia
Warsaw, Poland29 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Definitely worth visiting, but 4/5 because:
+ facade of the castle and the impression it gives from the outside (6/5)
+ exhibitions inside
+ guide’s storytelling
+\- not much inside (biggest part of the castle will need years of renovation and furnishing)
+\- no particularly beauty spot in the park, especially sorry that they don’t put any “end of the world” stone in the place called this name as it was called for years
+ facade of the castle and the impression it gives from the outside (6/5)
+ exhibitions inside
+ guide’s storytelling
+\- not much inside (biggest part of the castle will need years of renovation and furnishing)
+\- no particularly beauty spot in the park, especially sorry that they don’t put any “end of the world” stone in the place called this name as it was called for years
Written August 27, 2022
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Arisu
Dzierzoniow, Poland5 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
It's a very beautiful place, and the palace looks stunning from the outside.
Unfortunately, the interior is quite empty and needs renovation.
The most beautiful spot that was there is definitely the observation deck just behind the ballroom.
Unfortunately, the interior is quite empty and needs renovation.
The most beautiful spot that was there is definitely the observation deck just behind the ballroom.
Written June 11, 2023
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Marek_ZG
Zielona Gora, Poland1,995 contributions
Aug 2020
No visit to this part of Poland can be complete without a visit to Kamieniec Ząbkowicki Palace. Some parts of it are still under construction but it will impress you anyway!
Written August 22, 2020
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Anton S
Wroclaw, Poland2 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
Very interesting place and, living history and knowledgeable guides! I go highly recommend! Can be visited few times as renovation is ongoing in iterations yearly!
Written June 25, 2018
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Dominika W
Warsaw, Poland139 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Discovered by chance while browsing the net for places worth visiting nearby Klodzko (great website btw). Palace buiding by well known architect Karl Schinkel. Beautiful terraced garden. Absolutely stunning panoramic view of the mountains from the balcony (and from one of the towers which as our guide assured us will be open to public in short 3 years). Beautiful even in bad weather. And that is only an addition to the affairs of the court and les affairs de cour of original owner princess Marianne of Orange Nassau.
Due to heavy destruction and plundering almost in ruins from 1940s to early XXI centaury. Still in renovation but impressive what was achieved in 5 years. True that inside rather bare but that lets imagination run wild and multimedia exhibition is available.
Spot not to miss when in Klodzko or even Wroclaw (1 hour drive, decent road). Money well spent.
Due to heavy destruction and plundering almost in ruins from 1940s to early XXI centaury. Still in renovation but impressive what was achieved in 5 years. True that inside rather bare but that lets imagination run wild and multimedia exhibition is available.
Spot not to miss when in Klodzko or even Wroclaw (1 hour drive, decent road). Money well spent.
Written May 17, 2018
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milet
Wroclaw73 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
A trip into the XIX-century past. A beautiful palace, which revokes the memory of princess and prices coming to a ball in horse carriages, dressed in beuatiful gowns and tail-coats...
That is your experience in this once beautiful castle, now still impressive from outside but still heavily damaged (by Russian soldiers shortly after WWII) inside.
That is your experience in this once beautiful castle, now still impressive from outside but still heavily damaged (by Russian soldiers shortly after WWII) inside.
Written April 11, 2017
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