Lida Castle
Лідскі замак
A square brick-and-stone castle built in the 14th century by Grand Duke Gediminas. Its high walls and corner towers are intact, and medieval knight festivals are often held here in summer.
Lida Castle was built around 1323 by Grand Duke Gediminas of Lithuania. It is one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Belarus. The castle has a square plan, and its thick brick-and-stone walls rise about 12 meters. Two corner towers have been restored, and you can climb the wall walkway for views over the town and the lakes. Inside is an exhibition on the castle's history and medieval weapons. In summer, the castle hosts knight tournaments and medieval music festivals. Lida is about 110 km from Grodno, roughly two hours by train or long-distance bus, so a day trip is doable. It is often combined with a trip to Mir Castle in the direction of Minsk.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00 (check with the museum)
Nearby sights
- Grodno Zoo
- Holy Protection Cathedral
- Lutheran Church of St. John
- Eliza Orzeszkowa House Museum
- Maxim Bogdanovich House Museum
- Zhilibert Park
- Bridgettine Convent & Church of the Annunciation
- Cathedral of St. Francis Xavier (Farny Church)