The park was historically used by the Hochberg family as a private hunting ground and arboretum.
It contains the Hochberg family mausoleum, which is one of the few surviving private aristocratic burial chapels in the region.
The Chinese Bridge within the park was reconstructed to reflect its 19th-century design, featuring distinct oriental aesthetics.
The park system includes a designated area formerly used as a zoological garden known as 'Zwierzyniec'.
Many of the park’s trees are officially registered as natural monuments due to their age and size.
The water canal system was originally designed to provide scenic vistas from the castle windows.
The park grounds have served as a filming location for various Polish historical dramas.
Castle Park in Pszczyna is an expansive 156-hectare historic landscape complex surrounding the Pszczyna Castle museum. It consists of three distinct parts: the Castle Park, the Dworcowy Park, and the Zwierzyniec Park. The park features a complex network of canals and islands maintained in a Romantic English landscape style. It serves as a significant site for botanical diversity with many centuries-old oak, beech, and hornbeam trees. The layout incorporates architectural elements such as the Chinese Bridge, the tea house, and a mausoleum of the Hochberg family. It is recognized as one of the most valuable historical garden complexes in Poland. The site is a popular location for local wildlife, particularly swans and ducks in the water features. The park underwent extensive restoration in the early 21st century to preserve its historical spatial arrangement.
The view of the Castle from the Chinese Bridge.
Bring comfortable walking shoes to cover the expansive, mostly unpaved terrain.
Carry bread-free snacks to feed the ducks, as local signage often discourages improper feeding.
Follow the marked walking paths to preserve the delicate lawn areas near the historical structures.
Do not attempt to walk on the ice if visiting during winter, as water levels in the canals can be deceptively deep.
Stay on designated paths in protected areas; dogs must be kept on a leash.
