Wroclaw to Project Riese and Ksiaz Castle Private Tour
Overview
Explore one of the biggest secrets of the Third Reich with this fantastic tour including Project Riese and Ksiaz castle. Take the stress out of travel and be transferred in the comfort of your own private vehicle. Learn more about the history of the tunnels and visit one of the biggest castles in Poland.
Inclusions
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Tickets
What to expect
Visit: Zamek Ksiaz w Walbrzychu, ul. Piastow Slaskich 1, Walbrzych 58-306 Poland
Książ castle is the third largest catle in Poland with more then 400 rooms. For more then 400 years it belonged to one family - the Hochbergs. In late XIX it was one of the richest and most famous family in Europe. They owned lot of land, indistry and mines. Their time in the catsle finished at the begining of WW2 when the castle was confiscated by nazists who devasteted it to turn it ti one of Hitler's residence.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Underground Town Osowka, Swierkowa 29d Sierpnica Sierpnica, Gluszyca 58-340 Poland
Undergorground Town Osowka - Project Riese was the codename for an impressive construction project initiated by Nazi Germany between 1943 and 1945, consisting of seven underground structures located in the Owl Mountains and Książ Castle. Explore this extraordinary network of underground caverns, all in different states of completion, and learn about the history of the site. We take our clients to Osówka site which is called an Underground City.
Duration: 1 hour
Książ castle is the third largest catle in Poland with more then 400 rooms. For more then 400 years it belonged to one family - the Hochbergs. In late XIX it was one of the richest and most famous family in Europe. They owned lot of land, indistry and mines. Their time in the catsle finished at the begining of WW2 when the castle was confiscated by nazists who devasteted it to turn it ti one of Hitler's residence.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Underground Town Osowka, Swierkowa 29d Sierpnica Sierpnica, Gluszyca 58-340 Poland
Undergorground Town Osowka - Project Riese was the codename for an impressive construction project initiated by Nazi Germany between 1943 and 1945, consisting of seven underground structures located in the Owl Mountains and Książ Castle. Explore this extraordinary network of underground caverns, all in different states of completion, and learn about the history of the site. We take our clients to Osówka site which is called an Underground City.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Remember please that in Project Riese the avarge temperature throw whole year is around 10 degrees C. In both places you will be given audio guides ( if they are available - usually they are)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Suzanne_K
August 2022
Very worthwhile trip. We were staying in Wrocław and the pickup/communication was excellent. Our operator kept things clear (very good since the street we stayed in had limited access). Zamek Książ in Wałbrzych was an amazing sight to see in and out. The grounds are lovely. From there to the cave...
Very worthwhile trip. We were staying in Wrocław and the pickup/communication was excellent. Our operator kept things clear (very good since the street we stayed in had limited access). Zamek Książ in Wałbrzych was an amazing sight to see in and out. The grounds are lovely. From there to the caverns was another little drive but great views on the way. Caverns was an approx. 1 hr tour and very intriguing. Wear good walking shoes and even if summer, bring a jacket for the caverns portion as it gets chilly. I brought my mom and siblings (all adults) and everyone enjoyed. Great nature and museum sightings. Very recommended sights and excellent guide/transportation!MichaelN_M
December 2021
My wife and I took this trip, and it ended up just being the two of us. Our guide, Michael, picked us up on time and pointed out interesting facts along the way. Both sites were interesting for history buffs and spurred my interest to read more about both places. We had a very good day seeing t...
My wife and I took this trip, and it ended up just being the two of us. Our guide, Michael, picked us up on time and pointed out interesting facts along the way. Both sites were interesting for history buffs and spurred my interest to read more about both places. We had a very good day seeing two interesting and important sites in Silesia.Steven_B
October 2020
This tour was fantastic. Ksiaz castle is very impressive and it’s full of history, from when it was built, right through to the Nazi takeover. Maksymilian Hall will leave you speechless, we were lucky to have this room to ourselves. Project Riese is very educational but also very harrowing, ...
This tour was fantastic. Ksiaz castle is very impressive and it’s full of history, from when it was built, right through to the Nazi takeover. Maksymilian Hall will leave you speechless, we were lucky to have this room to ourselves. Project Riese is very educational but also very harrowing, I recommend taking a torch for extra visibility in the tunnels. The food at Project Riese was pretty good too and very reasonably priced. Our guide Michal was great, he is very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and friendly. Thanks Michal.bretth162
September 2020
Micheal is a very knowledgeable and speaks excellent English. He was very amicable to add the Protestant Church to the end of the tour. We truly enjoyed a meal with him to continue the discussion on the Ksaiz Castle and Project Riese. It is a full day event. The Restrauracja at the ticket office ...
Micheal is a very knowledgeable and speaks excellent English. He was very amicable to add the Protestant Church to the end of the tour. We truly enjoyed a meal with him to continue the discussion on the Ksaiz Castle and Project Riese. It is a full day event. The Restrauracja at the ticket office serves outstanding traditional Polish meals with large portions.James_K
July 2023
Awesome trip and an amazing driver. The communication leading up to the trip was also outstanding. I highly recommend this company and tour.
Awesome trip and an amazing driver. The communication leading up to the trip was also outstanding. I highly recommend this company and tour.Ralph_B
August 2023
Really enjoyed Project Riese/Osowka, Ksiaz Castle Private Tour with tour guide named Marcin. Picked up from our hotel will be prearranged, picked up at 830am. You drive 1:15 to Project Riese, then 30 mins to Ksiaz, and if there's time left over on the way back it seems from other reviews you go...
Really enjoyed Project Riese/Osowka, Ksiaz Castle Private Tour with tour guide named Marcin. Picked up from our hotel will be prearranged, picked up at 830am. You drive 1:15 to Project Riese, then 30 mins to Ksiaz, and if there's time left over on the way back it seems from other reviews you go visit a 3rd location- an ancient Lutheran church that is an appealing quick stop too. Most tour guides can have a "D" level knowledge of their city and no one would notice. Marcin has A+ knowledge on fine details like you wouldnt believe. Not just on the tour guide topics, but of the entire area of Wroclaw historically, politically, business, culture, perspectives on the future and how it's changing, really a well-read educated guide that has his finger on the pulse of everything. Osowka/Project Riese you are dropped off and taken by the specific Tour Guides employed by that foundation, and that was awesome. Tour guide there was named Maks, who is 1 of the 6 caretakers and researchers of the facility. He was A+ as well, particularly once you're able to ask off-the record questions for insight. Dress WARM for this, it's probably close to 14 Celsius, 45 F while you're in the cave. Lasts 1:15. Guide buys the tickets for this and Ksiaz Castle himself (has a operator deal). You'd only pay extra for a 3rd stop as you'll see below. Ksiaz Castle you get a tour of surrounding scenic overlook spots and then 2.5 hrs once you're inside close to 1pm, you can eat in their restaurant but I'd recommend bringing own food. Castle is walking from room to room and seeing the very pretty grounds that surround it. Note: extra cost to visit the gardens and we were already behind on time. Climate controlled. Way back is 1.5 hrs so we had extra time and we were offered and taken to visit an ancient Lutheran Church that has great history. 12 euro per person ticket cost. Youll spend 30-40 mins there inside the church and grounds. Ancient church, impressive inside no matter your denomination. It was interesting, 7,000 seat church made entirely of wood from the 1400s. Then you get dropped off around 530pm.