Malbork Castle
Zamek w Malborku
The largest brick castle in the world, the seat of the Teutonic Order and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the top choice for a day trip from Gdańsk.
Malbork Castle was built between the 13th and 15th centuries as the residence of the Grand Master of the Teutonic Order. By land area, it is the largest castle in the world. It is divided into three parts: the High Castle, the Middle Castle and the Low Castle. Visitors can see the Grand Master's Palace, the Knights' Hall, the Church of Our Lady, the kitchens and an amber exhibition. Its brick Gothic architecture is both grand and exquisitely crafted. It was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1997. Admission is about 70 złoty, including a multilingual audio guide. Allow at least 3–4 hours. From Gdańsk Główny station, the train takes about 30–50 minutes, and the walk from the station to the castle takes about 15 minutes. The best panoramic view is from the opposite bank of the Nogat River.
Opening hours
About 9:00 am–7:00 pm (10:00 am–3:00 pm in winter; some areas closed Mondays)
Nearby sights
- Stutthof Museum
- Elbląg Old Town
- National Maritime Museum
- Green Gate
- Gdańsk Crane
- Mariacka Street
- Długi Targ (Long Market)
- Museum of the Second World War