Castle Map

Poland

Castles near Świdnica

126 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre — every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest is Krzyżowa Palace, 6 km south-east of the city centre; the most famous is Książ Castle and park complex — #139 of 9,079 worldwide — 14 km west. The oldest dated site in the circle is Opočno Castle, founded 1068.

The 100 km circle reaches into 2 countries — Poland (100), Czech Republic (26).

Within 25 km of Świdnica

Day trips: 25–60 km

+ 39 more in this range — every one is on the interactive map.

Farther afield: 60–100 km

+ 52 more in this range — every one is on the interactive map.

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q387396.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Świdnica?

The Castle Map atlas maps 126 landmarks (54 castles · 7 fortresses · 24 palaces & châteaux · 41 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Świdnica, measured straight-line — a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Świdnica?

Krzyżowa Palace, a palace 6 km south-east of the city centre.

What is the most famous castle near Świdnica?

Książ Castle and park complex, ranked #139 of 9,079 worldwide in the atlas's fame ranking — 14 km west from Świdnica.

What is the oldest castle near Świdnica?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Opočno Castle, founded 1068 — 70 km south. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Wałbrzych (17 km) · Legnica (47 km) · Jelenia Góra (53 km) · Nysa (73 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.