The Best of Poznań (Small group)
Tour description
From Stone Age archaeology to the rise of the Christian monarchy. From the medieval kingdom to 15th-century prosperity. Trace the history of Poland's first capital.
The Polish monarchy was established in the 10th century, but human presence in these areas is longer. Learn who the first inhabitants of Wielkopolska were in the Stone Age and what happened to them.
The tour begins in Ostrów Tumski, the oldest part of Poznań. Learn about the topographic reasons for locating the largest early medieval stronghold in Poland here.
The magnificent Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul dominates the island. Inside, you will be amazed by works of art from Romanesque and Gothic to Baroque and Classicist. The Golden Chapel - the burial place of the first Polish monarchs should not be missed during your visit to Poznań.
The next step on the "Roots of Poznań" route is a walk along the Old Warta Riverbed. It is short and adds a picturesque accent to the park atmosphere of your stay here.
Poznań's Old Market Square is full of splendor and mystery. Surrounded by colorful and charming tenement houses, the market offers a lively atmosphere.
The Royal Castle is a symbol of forgotten battles and royal history.
Together, these monuments create a captivating tapestry of Poznań's cultural and historical heritage.
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