Chojnik Castle
Zamek Chojnik
The ruins of a medieval castle perched on a granite outcrop at the mountain summit. Reaching it requires a hike, and from the tower you can look out over the Jelenia Góra Valley and the Giant Mountains.
Chojnik Castle was built in the 14th century on a summit 627 metres above sea level, within the Karkonosze National Park. It was struck by lightning and burned in 1675, after which it became a ruin. Local legend tells of a cold-hearted princess, Kunegunda, who tested suitors with trials. The walk up begins in the village of Sobieszów at the foot of the mountain and follows a forest trail for about 45 to 60 minutes. The path includes stone steps and steep sections. Inside the castle you can see the gate, the courtyard and the tower, and from the top you can look out over snowy peaks and the valley below. Admission costs a little over ten złoty. Opening hours are shorter in winter. Every year in September, there is a jousting show featuring knights.
Opening hours
approx. 10:00–18:00 (shorter in winter; closed in bad weather)
Nearby sights
- Sněžné jámy
- Vang Stave Church
- Luční bouda
- Elbe Falls
- Špindlerův Mlýn Ski Resort
- Labský důl
- Pančava Waterfall
- Elbe Spring