Koszęcin Palace

Koszęcin Palace is a Neoclassical residence dating from the early 17th century, rebuilt in 1828-1830. Since 1953 it has been the seat of the Śląsk Song and Dance Ensemble named after Stanisław Hadyna.

From castle to palace

The wooden castle burned down in 1603, and a brick one was completed in 1605 by Andrzej Kochcicki. In 1629 the estate was confiscated by the Habsburgs. In 1804-1945 it was held by the Hohenlohe-Ingelfingen family, who in 1828-1830 rebuilt the castle in the Neoclassical style to a design by Albert Roch. In 1935 the east wing was extended. The palace has three asymmetrical wings, a Ballroom, a Green Room and a chapel, and has been in the heritage register since 1960.

The park and the Śląsk ensemble

Around it extends a landscape park from the mid-19th century, with a pond and a stand of lime, horse chestnut, maple, beech, oak and ash trees; some of the specimens are natural monuments. In 2001 the chapel was converted into the Śląsk Chamber Concert Hall, and in the former riding hall the Elwira Kamińska pavilion operates. There is also a Memorial Room with an exhibition of Silesian costumes. By the palace stand the Stanisław Hadyna Benches.

Practical information

• Address: Zamkowa 3, Koszęcin.
• Check with the ensemble before your visit for tours and concerts.
• The Jeleniak Mikuliny nature reserve is about 4.5 km away.