- Take a tour of the structure that once ensured Krakow’s safety and is today the best-preserved barbican in Europe.
- The Krakow Barbican. Nick Hodge 1 min read 1 comment Updated 6th Dec 2017. ... The Barbican was both a principal gateway and a key element of defence.
- The Kraków Barbican is a barbican -- a fortified outpost once connected to the city walls. It is a historic gateway leading into the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
- The Kraków Barbican is a fortified outpost once connected to the city walls. It is a historic gateway leading into the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
- Explore iconic landmarks like the Krakow Barbican and let your ears guide you to transform your journey into an unforgettable experience.
- The Kraków Barbican (Polish: Barbakan Krakowski) is a barbican – a fortified outpost once connected to the city walls.
- Here you will see the historical development of fortifications in Krakow. This Barbican is Europe’s best-preserved example of a medieval outer-wall fortification post.
- The Barbican was built in the years 1498 - 1499 to protect the northern section of the Kraków fortifications, devoid of a natural water dam.
- In the long list of Poland’s prime destinations for tourists the Krakow Barbican has a very important place. Its architectural beauty is very impressive.