About this place
Pieniny Castle — also known as the Castle of St. Kinga — is a ruined medieval Polish castle set near Krościenko nad Dunajcem in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in the Pieniny Mountains. It is a compact stop for visitors interested in local history and mountain scenery. The site works well as a short outing with a bit of sightseeing.
Na miejscu można liczyć przede wszystkim na:
- the remains of a medieval Polish castle, which give a clear sense of the site’s historic past
- a location in the Pieniny Mountains, making the visit part of a wider mountain landscape
- the connection with St. Kinga, under which name the castle is also known
If you plan a visit, wear comfortable shoes and check the weather, as this is an outdoor ruin in a mountain setting. It is a good choice for travelers looking for a short, low-key sightseeing stop near Krościenko nad Dunajcem.
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