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Royal Castle in Łęczyca (Museum in Łęczyca)

ul. Zamkowa 1, 99-100 Łęczyca, woj. łódzkie

  • Monuments & Culture
  • Castles

Royal Castle in Łęczyca

Location and surroundings

The castle is located in Łęczyca (Łódź Voivodeship), at ul. Zamkowa 1, about 40 km from Łódź.

History

The Gothic castle was built in the 14th century as a royal stronghold, associated with the foundations of Casimir the Great. It served defensive and administrative functions. Numerous legends are connected with the region, including that of the devil Boruta. Today the castle houses the Museum in Łęczyca.

What to see

Archaeological, historical, artistic and ethnographic exhibitions, and a tower with a viewpoint; the museum is famous for its collection devoted to devils (including Boruta).

Who it is for

For tourists interested in the history, legends and art of the region.

Practical information

Visiting

  • Permanent exhibitions and access to the tower (included in the regular/reduced ticket)
  • Thursday - free admission to permanent exhibitions

Seasonality and hours

Season (1 May-30 Sep): Tue.-Fri. 10:00-17:00, Sat.-Sun./holidays 11:00-17:00; off-season Tue.-Fri. 9:00-16:00, Sat.-Sun. 10:00-15:00; closed on Mondays.

Getting there

The site is in Łęczyca, about 40 km from Łódź; access by car.

Contact

  • Website: muzeumleczyca.pl
Cost: Regular ticket 35 PLN / reduced 29 PLN (tower entry included); tower entry only 12 PLN; Thursday free entry to permanent exhibitions Visit duration: approx. 1-1.5 hours Seasonality: Open all year, Tue.-Sun. (closed on Mondays) Opening hours: Season (1 May-30 Sep): Tue-Fri 10:00-17:00, Sat-Sun/holidays 11:00-17:00; off-season Tue-Fri 9:00-16:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-15:00

Getting there

  • Motorhome / car

Contact

Source: https://www.muzeumleczyca.pl/ ; https://www.muzeumleczyca.pl/cennik-i-rezerwacje/ ; https://www.muzeumleczyca.pl/tickets-prices-opening-hours/