RUINS OF THE CASTLE IN ZAKRZÓW

According to legend, this 14th-century castle, like several others in the area, belonged to the Knights Templar. Stories tell of crusades, great expeditions, and kidnappings of princesses. The castle, which changed owners many times, was rebuilt into a Baroque palace. Unfortunately, in the 19th century, it was destroyed by the then owner, who was in debt and obsessed with the Templar Treasure, and almost demolished it in search of the alleged wealth hidden in the walls of the building. When he found nothing, he set fire to the residence, which led to its almost complete destruction.

The ruins of a castle dating back to the 4th century, located on the grounds of a palace and farmstead among lush green trees and shrubs, look incredibly charming.

Next to the pond is another building – the palace of the Magdelung family, who developed the lime industry in the area. The family owned the area until 1945. After that, the estate became the property of the State Treasury. From 1996 to 2001, the palace was rebuilt almost from scratch, until the new owner reopened it as a restaurant and hotel complex.