Things to do in Bolków
Bolków is a small town in the foothills of the Western Sudetes, overlooked by a 13th-century castle with a distinctive wedge pointing towards the entrance. Each year the castle becomes the stage for the Castle Party festival and knights' tournaments. Below it lies a sloping market square with arcaded houses reached by steps, next to the Gothic St Hedwig's Church, and the former Lutheran church now houses the ARS ET HISTORIA gallery. Bolków is worth a few hours on the way into the Sudetes, also combined with nearby Świny Castle.
Map of attractions in Bolków
All 4 places on one map: see what is close together and plan your route.
All attractions (4)
Castles
Bolków Castle
Bolków
On the side facing the Nysa Szalona river, Castle Hill drops away in a 90-metre slope, while to the east it slopes gently down into the town. On top, at 396 metres above sea level, stands Bolków Castle – one of the largest strongholds of t…
Landmarks
Former Protestant Church in Bolków
Bolków
A pale tower with four slender corner turrets is the second landmark of the Bolków skyline after the castle. It stands at the junction of Kamiennogórska and Niepodległości streets, a few steps from the market square. This is the former Pro…
15–45 min
Churches & monasteries
St Hedwig's Church in Bolków
Bolków
Next to the pulpit in St Hedwig's Church in Bolków, a 13th-century stone corbel juts out from the wall: three men's heads, each with a different expression. It is one of many details in a church that has stood at the top of the market squa…
Old towns & squares
Market Square in Bolków
Bolków
Bolków's market square is not flat: it slopes towards the town hall, and steps lead up to the tall arcades of the houses on its west side. This layout is rare in Poland and easy to appreciate from any corner. Bolków Castle, also known toda…
20–45 min Free entry