Mirów and Bobolice Castles - Pearl of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland
Mirów and Bobolice Castles are two impressive castles located close to each other - about 1 km apart. According to legend, the owners of the castles were twin brothers Mir and Bobol. The names of the fortresses are said to come from their names.
- Mirów Castle is undergoing renovations, while Bobolice Castle is open to visitors.
- There is a scenic walking trail between the castles.
Bobolice Castle
We were particularly impressed by Bobolice Castle, which has been restored - so it is not a ruin like some other fortresses on the Trail of the Eagles' Nests. Today, it is undoubtedly a beautiful building and one of the most attractive castles in the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland, although the reconstruction of the castle is controversial among historians and enthusiasts!
- Visitors can explore the chambers and the museum inside the castle.
- There is a large scenic meadow under the castle, perfect for relaxing or a family picnic.
Bobolice Castle
Located on a steep, rocky hill, the castle in Bobolice was just a ruin a few decades ago - today it is undoubtedly one of the most attractive castles of the Krakow-Częstochowa Upland ...
Mirów Castle
The oldest castle on the Trail of the Eagles' Nests. It was probably built on the site of an old wooden fort and was meant to protect the kingdom's borders from Czech invasions. Its ruins stand among limestone rocks and look really impressive against the picturesque landscapes! The extensive scenic meadows around the castle are also impressive.
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Walking Trail between Mirów and Bobolice Castles
You can walk from one castle to the other along a path that leads among limestone rocks, called the Mirowska Ridge. The walk between the castles takes about half an hour. The path was closed to tourists for some time, but the Lasecki family (owners of both castles) bought the disputed plots and opened the path to tourists.
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Route connecting two castles Mirów - Bobolice
From Żarki to Mirów and Bobolice Castles
From the town of Żarki to Mirów and Bobolice Castles, there is a beautiful bike path running along Mirowski Gościniec - one of the most beautiful sections of the Trail of the Eagles' Nests bike route. The entire route from Żarki to Mirów is 7 kilometers of safe, car-free asphalt bike path along Mirowski Gościniec. The route is suitable for a family bike trip with children, a long walk with a stroller, or a bike with a trailer.
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From Żarki to the castles of Mirów and Bobolice - a beautiful section of the 'Eagles' Nests' bike trail
Legend of the Twin Brothers from Mirów and Bobolice Castles - Coloring Page for Kids
Long, long ago, twins Mir and Bobol lived in castles located near each other. The names of the fortresses come from their names. They were good and wise rulers - under their reign, the castles grew in power, and people lived prosperously. To share the treasures brought from war expeditions fairly, they hid them in a tunnel connecting both castles.
One day, Bobol brought back a captive from an expedition - a maiden from a distant land who was to become his wife. However, the girl fell in love with Mir. The lovers met secretly in the underground tunnel, but one day they were caught...
In a fit of jealousy, Bobol killed his brother and walled up the girl in the castle tower. Since then, she walks as a white lady on moonlit nights along the walls of the Bobolice fortress.
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