Explore Place
Pieniny Castle is a place steeped in many legends, located in the heart of the Pieniny Mountains, near the top of Castle Hill. It was built in the mid-13th century, but was partially destroyed. Today, only a 90-meter section of the old castle wall remains, along with the ruins of an old tower or chamber, and the remains of a brick cistern where water was collected from the dwindling spring of St. Kinga. Considering the age of the structure and the stories associated with it, this is an ideal place for those who love both mountains and history!
Blue trail
We can reach the castle from the Trzy Korony side, and then follow the popular trail to Sokolá Perť and Sokolica. Alternatively, you can use this trail to reach the summit from the Polana Wyrobek side.
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The Green Trail
If we want to head towards Sromowce Niżne, we can do so by following the green trail, which ends near the “Trzy Korony” mountain hut.
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The altar of St. Kinga
Near the castle ruins, we find the Grotto of St. Kinga, where an altar dedicated to her is located. In the 20th century, a statue of her was placed in the existing grotto, thus commemorating the 600th anniversary of her death. Since 1921, a solemn Mass and prayer service have been held annually on July 24th, the day of St. Kinga’s death, at the altar.
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Castle Hill
The castle ruins are located below Castle Hill, at an altitude of 799 meters above sea level. The Pieniny Castle itself, located at the top of the hill, was intended to be a strategic defensive point against the enemy.
