Zabor Castle

Zamek w Zaborze, built in 1677, is a Baroque structure located in the Lubuskie Voivodeship, in the picturesque village of Zabór, near Lake Zaborskie. It is situated in the Zabór Basin, surrounded by forests and approximately 5 km from the Oder River. Since the 18th century, the castle was owned by the Counts of Cosel, followed by the Dukes of Siedlisko and the Schönaich-Carolath family. The last owner before World War II was Hermine of Reuss-Greiz, the second wife of the last German Emperor, Wilhelm II. After the war, in 1956, the castle was converted into a tuberculosis sanatorium, and since 1998, it has housed the Center for the Treatment of Children and Youth. The building is part of a castle complex that also includes a farmstead with other structures, such as outbuildings, a hotel, and a greenhouse. Architecturally, the castle is distinguished by the coats of arms above the main entrance, including those of the Schönaich-Carolath family, Saxony, and Count von Schlabrendorf. Another interesting feature is the castle tower, which is a key element of its silhouette. Thanks to its rich history and architectural value, the castle is an important point on the tourist map of the region.