Grodziec Castle is located in Pogórze Kaczawskie, Dolny Śląsk, Poland.
The Castle was designed and built in 1470 by the Duke of Legnica, Frederick I. The majesty of one of the most beautiful Gothic-Renaissance residence in Silesia became its curse. For centuries it attracted successive invaders.
Neighbouring villages decided to remove the troublesome structure from the face of the earth thus assisting with its demolition. Fortunately, this objective was only partially realised. In 1800, after parts of the ruins were secured, rebuilt and the main building refitted, Grodziec Castle became the first venue in Europe especially prepared for tourists. One hundred years later, thanks to a major refurbishment, it regained its former glory and the subsequent opening of a museum here was made by Emperor Wilhelm II himself, assisted by ministers and numerous courtiers.
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