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Wieś Lipa
The ruins of the knights' castle in Lipa stand on a hill about 375 m above sea level, on the bank of the Nysa Mała river in the Jawor district. Construction is dated to the 13th and 14th centuries, though the founder remains unknown and local tradition links the origins of the stronghold with the Templars. The first known owner was Henryk von Lipa.
In the 17th century the Gothic building was remodelled in the Renaissance spirit. A century later the castle lost its military importance and served as a warehouse. In 1834 it was bought by Count Rudolph von Stillfried-Rattonitz, who restored it in the Neo-Gothic style. The site was later abandoned and steadily fell into ruin.
The castle remains a permanent ruin. Stone portals and Gothic and Renaissance window surrounds were stripped from the walls after the building was abandoned. After 2015 volunteers cleared the site of self-seeded growth and trees threatening the masonry. A visit means walking among unsecured walls — sturdy shoes and caution are needed.
