Bishop's Castle

Biskupiec, also known as Biskupiec Reszelski, is a picturesque town in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, situated on the Dymer River. The history of the town dates back to the Middle Ages, when a settlement was established near a guard post of the Warmian bishops. The town was granted city rights by Bishop Henryk Sorbom in 1395. The bishop's castle, built around 1374, was intended to defend the Warsaw-Königsberg route but was destroyed during the Thirteen Years' War. In the 18th century, Biskupiec faced various disasters, including a plague epidemic and wartime destruction. In the 19th century, the town began to industrialize, and railway connections contributed to its development. In 1920, the outcome of the plebiscite was unfavorable for Poland, leading to conflicts with local Germans. After World War II, Biskupiec was largely destroyed but gained a new Polish identity. The town's architecture features numerous historic monuments, including the Gothic Church of St. John the Baptist with original elements from the 15th and 17th centuries, as well as the Neo-Romanesque Church of the Blessed Karolina Kózkówna. The town is surrounded by beautiful landscapes, with tourist attractions such as Lake Kraksy. Biskupiec is also a culturally active place, with social organizations and local press, including the magazine "Pod Tytułem." It also offers educational opportunities, with numerous primary schools and high schools. Sports are popular in Biskupiec, with the local football club Tęcza Biskupiec and the cycling club LKK Warmia. With its rich history and dynamic development, the town remains an important point on the map of Warmia and Masuria.