Malbork Castle
Explore Malbork Castle, the world's largest by land area in northern Poland. Admire its medieval grandeur, intricate Gothic carvings, and ornate frescoes. Discover the best experiences at this historic marvel.
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Explore the history of the world’s largest castle, built by the Teutonic Knights around 1274, with a multilingual audio guide for an immersive experience.
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Opt for the Historical Route to explore the castle’s wonders, from the Grand Master's Palace to the stunning Great Refectory and frescoed Grand Chapter Hall.
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The Castle Grounds Route offers a 1.5-hour journey through the Outer Bailey, charming courtyards, and the peaceful chapel of St. Anne.
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Enjoy the convenience of hotel transfers included in your ticket option, ensuring a seamless and memorable exploration of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Did you know? The castle was originally named Marienburg, which means ‘Mary's Castle’ in honor of the Virgin Mary, the patron saint of the Teutonic Order.
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Explore the history of the world’s largest castle, built by the Teutonic Knights around 1274, with a multilingual audio guide for an immersive experience.
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Opt for the Historical Route to explore the castle’s wonders, from the Grand Master's Palace to the stunning Great Refectory and frescoed Grand Chapter Hall.
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The Castle Grounds Route offers a 1.5-hour journey through the Outer Bailey, charming courtyards, and the peaceful chapel of St. Anne.
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Enjoy the convenience of hotel transfers included in your ticket option, ensuring a seamless and memorable exploration of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Did you know? The castle was originally named Marienburg, which means ‘Mary's Castle’ in honor of the Virgin Mary, the patron saint of the Teutonic Order.
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Dive into history with a 3.5-hour guided tour of Malbork Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage, showcasing architectural marvels from the 13th century.
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Enjoy a hassle-free journey with hotel pick-up and drop-off, plus skip-the-line tickets, saving you time for more exploration.
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Climb the mighty Dansker Tower by the moat, linked to the castle's grand palm-vaulted halls. Explore artifacts, amber, and a trove of weapons within the castle's mighty walls!
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Opt for ticket upgrades to access audio-guided tours in multiple languages and personalize your experience.
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Fun fact: This sprawling Gothic castle, split by dry moats and towers, was expanded to house 3,000 brothers—Europe's largest fortified structure!
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Dive into history with a 3.5-hour guided tour of Malbork Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage, showcasing architectural marvels from the 13th century.
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Enjoy a hassle-free journey with hotel pick-up and drop-off, plus skip-the-line tickets, saving you time for more exploration.
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Climb the mighty Dansker Tower by the moat, linked to the castle's grand palm-vaulted halls. Explore artifacts, amber, and a trove of weapons within the castle's mighty walls!
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Opt for ticket upgrades to access audio-guided tours in multiple languages and personalize your experience.
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Fun fact: This sprawling Gothic castle, split by dry moats and towers, was expanded to house 3,000 brothers—Europe's largest fortified structure!
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Uncover the grandeur of Malbork Castle, a 13th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a knowledgeable audio guide available in multiple languages.
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Choose between two distinct routes, exploring either the castle's entirety, including the Grand Master's Palace, or focusing on the serene Outer Bailey.
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Bask in the enchanting glow of the sunset on a 2-hour cruise along the tranquil Gdansk River, navigated by a professional skipper.
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Indulge in a glass of chilled Prosecco, and enjoy fresh fruits amid maritime majesty, while soaking in the magnificent views of the Baltic Sea.
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Fun fact: Until 2009, Prosecco was just the name of a grape in northeastern Italy. Now, it's a globally beloved wine region!
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Uncover the grandeur of Malbork Castle, a 13th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a knowledgeable audio guide available in multiple languages.
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Choose between two distinct routes, exploring either the castle's entirety, including the Grand Master's Palace, or focusing on the serene Outer Bailey.
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Bask in the enchanting glow of the sunset on a 2-hour cruise along the tranquil Gdansk River, navigated by a professional skipper.
-
Indulge in a glass of chilled Prosecco, and enjoy fresh fruits amid maritime majesty, while soaking in the magnificent views of the Baltic Sea.
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Fun fact: Until 2009, Prosecco was just the name of a grape in northeastern Italy. Now, it's a globally beloved wine region!
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Experience the grandeur of the 13th-century Malbork Castle with an audio guide tour in multiple languages, exploring palaces and medieval artifacts.
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Delve into the castle's Historical Route or explore the scenic outer bailey with cozy courtyard picnics and a visit to the peaceful Chapel of St. Anne with the Castle Grounds Route.
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Embark on a poignant journey to the Stutthof Concentration Camp with a licensed guide, learning about the tragic events of the Holocaust.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to the camp, paying respects to the victims while exploring the barracks and prison rooms that house relics of the wartime era.
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Did you know? Malbork Castle, the Teutonic Order's headquarters, was a strategic stronghold that symbolized their regional power and authority.
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Experience the grandeur of the 13th-century Malbork Castle with an audio guide tour in multiple languages, exploring palaces and medieval artifacts.
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Delve into the castle's Historical Route or explore the scenic outer bailey with cozy courtyard picnics and a visit to the peaceful Chapel of St. Anne with the Castle Grounds Route.
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Embark on a poignant journey to the Stutthof Concentration Camp with a licensed guide, learning about the tragic events of the Holocaust.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to the camp, paying respects to the victims while exploring the barracks and prison rooms that house relics of the wartime era.
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Did you know? Malbork Castle, the Teutonic Order's headquarters, was a strategic stronghold that symbolized their regional power and authority.
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Gain entry to Malbork Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Gdansk's must-see attractions, with an English audio guide.
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This experience also includes convenient hotel pick-ups and drop-offs from Gdansk.
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Explore the castle grounds including the museum, with around 40,000 artifacts, and the Chapel of St. Anne – the burial chapel of the great Teutonic masters.
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Another one of the highlights of Malbork is the Grand Master’s Palace, built in an ornate Gothic style entirely from bricks with its chapels and churches.
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Fun Fact: Malbork Castle is the largest castle in the world by area, at a whopping 140,000 square meters, and symbolizes the power of the Teutonic Knights.
More details
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Gain entry to Malbork Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Gdansk's must-see attractions, with an English audio guide.
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This experience also includes convenient hotel pick-ups and drop-offs from Gdansk.
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Explore the castle grounds including the museum, with around 40,000 artifacts, and the Chapel of St. Anne – the burial chapel of the great Teutonic masters.
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Another one of the highlights of Malbork is the Grand Master’s Palace, built in an ornate Gothic style entirely from bricks with its chapels and churches.
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Fun Fact: Malbork Castle is the largest castle in the world by area, at a whopping 140,000 square meters, and symbolizes the power of the Teutonic Knights.
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About Malbork Castle
Malbork Castle is a crown jewel in any collection of Europe’s greatest castles and museums. Its vast courtyards, immersive exhibitions, and authentic medieval ambiance offer a unique journey through centuries of Polish and Teutonic history—perfect for those seeking to experience the best of Poland’s cultural heritage.
Why visit Malbork Castle?
Plan your visit
Main Visitor Entrance (Brama Główna)
Located at the castle’s western side, adjacent to the modern Visitor Center on Starościńska Street. This is the primary entrance for all ticketed visitors, including those with pre-booked tickets and group tours. The entrance is step-free up to the ticket office and audio guide collection point. Wheelchair users can access the Outer Ward and some ground-level areas, but note that many historic interiors require navigating stairs and uneven surfaces.
Outer Ward Gate (Brama Przedzamcza)
Found at the northwestern edge of the castle complex, this gate provides direct access to the Outer Ward (Przedzamcze) and is used for the Castle Grounds Route and free admission Mondays. The path is mostly flat and suitable for strollers and wheelchairs, though access to interior rooms is limited from here.
Karwan Armory Entrance
Located near the Karwan building on the castle’s southern side, this entrance is occasionally used for special events, night tours, or group bookings. It is not always open for general admission. Accessibility is limited due to cobblestone paths and steps.
Multilingual audio guides are included with standard admission and available in several languages at the entrance.
A souvenir shop is located near the main entrance, offering books, gifts, and castle-themed memorabilia.
Dining outlets and a café are available within the castle grounds for snacks, drinks, and light meals.
Toilets are available at the Visitor Center and at several points within the castle complex.
Paid parking is available near the Visitor Center. Please check signage for current rates and locations.
A first aid point is available on site. Please contact staff in case of emergency.
An information desk is located at the Visitor Center for assistance and visitor queries.
Some ground-level areas are wheelchair accessible, but most of the castle—including towers and upper galleries—require climbing stairs.
Service animals are welcome throughout accessible areas of the castle.
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