Defensive Wall

The Defensive Wall is a remnant of the medieval fortifications of Opoczno, erected shortly after the city's foundation in 1365. Fragments of the wall can be seen today in the cellars of townhouses on Kołomurna Street, whose name directly refers to the former course of the fortifications.

History of the fortifications

The walls, with a perimeter of approximately 950 metres, were built from limestone on a plan roughly rectangular in shape, with at least two gates, the Łowicka and Dolna gates. They were most likely destroyed by the Swedish Deluge in 1655, and the remains were dismantled in the 19th century during the city's regulation.

Traces in the city

Besides the name of Kołomurna Street, the former course of the walls is also recalled by the names of Garncarska and Szewska streets. Nearby stands the Kazimierzowski Castle, which the fortifications once protected together with the rest of the city.

Practical information

• Address: Kołomurna Street, Opoczno
• Access: on foot from Opoczno town centre, near the market square
• What to expect: traces of the former city walls, mostly invisible from street level