The symbol of Opole is also one of the oldest historical monuments of defence architecture in Poland.
The symbol of Opole is also one of the oldest historical monuments of defence architecture in Poland and the only remnant of the no longer existing 13th-century Piast Castle, erected in 1217 on the site of the medieval fortifications and demolished in 1928. The tower was built around 1300 on Pasieka Island on the Oder, as a very modern and monumental structure. 138 ft high and with walls up to 10 ft thick at its base, it still impresses visitors. Originally built for defence and residential purposes, the tower also served as excellent vantage point. Thanks to an extensive renovation, carried out from 2013-2014, visitors can enjoy not only the restored medieval tower, but also a multimedia exhibition on the history of Opole, the Piast Castle and the Piast Tower.
