Teutonic Castle Ruins, Toruń
Zamek Krzyżacki w Toruniu
A Teutonic Order castle demolished by a citizens' uprising in 1454; the remaining foundations and the tall latrine tower still stand.
The castle was built in the 13th century and was one of the earliest Teutonic Order strongholds in Prussia. In 1454, the citizens of Toruń rose against Order rule, captured the castle and tore it down, leaving only the cellars, the foundations and the so-called 'Gdańsk' latrine tower, which is linked by a walkway bridge. Today the site has a guided route and an underground exhibition hall, and summer often brings knights' tournaments and medieval markets. It lies on the riverbank between the old and new towns and can be visited together with the Leaning Tower and the Bridge Gate.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00 (shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Bridge Gate
- New Town Market Square
- Museum of Toruń Gingerbread
- St. James Church, Toruń
- Philadelphia Boulevard
- Toruń Cathedral
- House under the Star
- Artus Court