The Piast Castle is one of the oldest brick fortresses in Poland and the historic heart of Legnica. For over 750 years, it served as the seat of territorial authority – first for the Piast princes, then for the Habsburg starosts, and later for Prussian and German regency offices.

It is here, in the heart of Legnica, that the first brick fortress in Poland is located, making the Piast Castle a unique monument. Among the preserved elements of medieval architecture, two Gothic towers stand out – the majestic octagonal St. Peter’s Tower with a viewing terrace offering a picturesque view of the city, and the circular St. Jadwiga’s Tower with its extraordinary green chamber. In the castle courtyard, in a special pavilion, you can admire the remarkable relics of the Romanesque Chapel of St. Benedict and St. Lawrence, discovered during archaeological excavations.

Although today its interior houses educational institutions, the building remains a must-see on the city’s tourist map.

What’s worth seeing?

The Renaissance castle gate – an architectural masterpiece with a richly carved frieze depicting portrait medallions of Duke Frederick II and his wife Sophie.
Romanesque Palatium – in the courtyard, you can admire the exposed wall of the former princely residence. In the 13th century, it was one of the largest secular brick buildings in Central Europe.
Two massive towers – St. Peter’s Tower and St. Jadwiga’s Tower. In the Middle Ages, raised to approximately 40 meters, they served as final defense points and prisons. St. Jadwiga’s Tower houses the famous, richly decorated Green Room (also known as the Rose Room).
Exhibition pavilion – houses the relics of the former, two-story castle chapel from the 13th century.
Visitor Tip: The castle’s structure is a fascinating blend of styles—from austere Romanesque and Gothic, through Renaissance, to Neo-Renaissance details. It’s best admired from the courtyard, where history literally emerges from the walls.

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