📜 Discover the majestic ruins of Rogowiec Castle, a medieval stronghold perched high in the Suché Mountains. This princely castle, built in the 13th century by Bolko I, is Poland's highest situated medieval stronghold, offering breathtaking panoramic views and a journey through centuries of turbulent history. It was part of border fortifications. # Why Go 🏰 Explore historic castle ruins and foundations, including remains of defensive walls, residential buildings carved into the rock, and courtyards. ⛰️ Enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the highest castle in Poland, including the Wałbrzyskie and Sowie Mountains, Rybnicki Grzbiet, and distant Wałbrzych peaks. 🚶 Discover surrounding hiking trails for long, strenuous walks. 🐾 Dog-friendly. 📸 Great for aerial photography. 📜 Delve into a rich past, from its 13th-century origins under Duke Bolesław I the Cruel to its role as a robber knights' seat. # History & Structure ⚔️ Originally a wooden fortification, a stone castle was built before the end of the 13th century, first mentioned as Hornberch Castellanus in 1292. 🔥 The castle endured damage by Hussites in the 15th century and was ultimately conquered and destroyed by royal forces in 1483. 🏰 The complex comprised an upper and lower castle, with the upper castle featuring an irregular horseshoe shape and a round bergfrit tower about 10m in diameter. # Tips & Getting There 🅿️ Parking is available at Andrzejówka hostel, 3 km west, followed by a 2-3 hour walk. 🚶‍♀️ Several trails lead to the castle, varying in difficulty, including the most direct yellow tourist trail from the village of Grzmiąca. # Cost 💰 15 Kč / 3 zł