Malbork Castle's Medieval Heating System - Exploring the World's Largest Castle

Explore the fascinating history and engineering marvels of Malbork Castle, the world's largest castle by land area, in this 14-minute video. Delve into the castle's 13th-century origins as a Teutonic Knights fortress, its growth into a grand medieval stronghold, and its role as the center of power for the Teutonic Order. Discover the innovative medieval heating system known as hypocaust, which used a network of stone chambers to circulate hot air throughout the castle. Learn about daily life in a Teutonic castle, the development of 15th-century castle heating, and the logistics of running such a complex system. Uncover the castle's eventual downfall and explore what remains of Malbork's heating system today. Gain insights into this UNESCO World Heritage site's rich history and the advanced engineering techniques used to combat harsh Northern European winters.