Remains of the Castle in Białogard

The castle in Białogard stood on a hill above the Parsęta, in the western part of the former ducal stronghold. Today only the cellar walls remain of it, and the building itself disappeared in the 20th century.

From stronghold to castle

According to the zamki.pl website, a ducal stronghold stood here as early as the 12th century, later the seat of a castellan. In 1315 Duke Warcisław IV of Wolgast built a masonry castle in its place. It burned down in 1526 and was rebuilt in 1535-1541.

Demolition and what remains

In 1780 the castle was demolished, and a building for royal officials was erected on its foundations. It burned down in 1910, and after war damage it was demolished completely. Cellar walls have survived with deep niches, a staircase within the thickness of the walls and a bricked-up entrance in the wall on the courtyard side. In 1969-1972 archaeological research was carried out on the site of the former stronghold.

Practical information

• Location: a hill in the centre of Białogard, about 130 m from the chartered town.
• Nearby: the Old Town Hall (about 300 m) and St George's Church (about 200 m).
• Check the rules of access to the cellars with the town office before a visit.