The castle was built
in 13th century on site of former fortified settlement. That was why
it was an unusual horseshoe shape. The inhabitants were 12 order knights and a
commander representing the Teutonic Order power on these lands. In 1454 the
inhabitants of Torun instigated an uprising against the Teutonic Order; they
took over the castle and pulled it down. Nowadays, the only remains of the
castle are Gdanisko, w former lavatory tower, and picturesque ruins. The ruins
serve as a background for many concerts, and tournaments.
