History
From the pages of history
Today, Topacz Castle is a combination of historical buildings with modern luxury. However, recreating this place with the respect it deserves also required uncovering its history. The first information about the building concerns the castle tower. Unfortunately, it is not known exactly when the manor house was built.
RENAISSANCE BUILDING
16th-18th century
Between 1586 and 1600, the estate belonged to Heinrich von Vogt. His successor, in 1618, added a Renaissance building. Between 1699 and 1741, the manor passed to Hans Christian von Roth. His daughter, Charlotte Eleonora, brought it as a dowry to the Köningsdorf family.
EXPANSION AND WAR TIMES
19th/20th century
In the 19th century, rooms were added on the northwest side, and the tower was raised. In 1870, the estate was sold to the founder of the Rath Schöller & Skene sugar company, which remained its owner until World War II. The property was not damaged during the war.
After the war, a reformatory for women operated in part of the premises. In the 1980s, attempts were made to modernize and reconstruct the manor. In 1996, the owner of the property became Edward Ptak, but he did not undertake any renovation work.
In 2002, the Kurzewski family bought the Castle in Ślęza, who restored its former glory. The property was meticulously renovated, becoming – in 2011 – an exclusive hotel resort.
