Niedzica Castle
Zamek w Niedzicy
A 14th-century castle on a cliff by Lake Czorsztyn, linked to the legend of Inca treasure. It faces the ruins of another castle across the water.
Niedzica Castle was built in the early 14th century as a border fortress of the Kingdom of Hungary. Today, its interior is a historical museum that presents the castle's history and regional folk culture. It is also known for the famous legend that the descendants of the Incas hid a treasure here.
Below the castle lies the dam of Czorsztyn Reservoir. On the opposite hill are the ruins of Czorsztyn Castle, and boats in summer connect the two banks. Admission is about 30 złoty. The castle is about 40 km from Zakopane and is often visited on the same day as Dunajec rafting.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00 (shorter hours in winter)
Nearby sights
- Dunajec River Gorge Rafting
- St. Michael Archangel's Church in Dębno
- Terma Bania
- Kotelnica Białczańska Ski Resort
- Rusinowa Polana
- Morskie Oko
- Jaszczurówka Chapel
- Five Polish Ponds Valley