Poznań
Poland · Greater Poland · 60 m
Description
Poznań is the historic capital of Greater Poland and one of Poland’s oldest cities. Located on the Warta River, the city is regarded as one of the cradles of the Polish state and combines medieval heritage with a lively urban culture. Highlights include the colorful Old Market Square with its Renaissance Town Hall and famous mechanical goats, the historic Cathedral Island of Ostrów Tumski with Poland’s first cathedral, and Lake Malta with its sports and leisure facilities. Poznań is also renowned for the St. Martin’s croissant, a white-poppy-filled pastry protected by the European Union. The city blends Polish tradition with a modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June or September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Old Market Square & mechanical goats
- Poznań Town Hall
- Ostrów Tumski Cathedral Island
- Poznań Cathedral
- St. Martin's Croissant Museum (Rogalowe Muzeum)
- Imperial Castle
- Malta Lake
- Citadel Park
- Royal Castle & Museum of Applied Arts
- Enigma Cipher Center
- Old Brewery (Stary Browar)
- Poznań Palm House
- National Museum in Poznań
- Freedom Square & Monument to the Victims of June 1956
- Porta Posnania Heritage Interpretation Centre
- Poznań Old Zoo
Getting there
- Airports:
- POZ
- Train stations:
- Poznań Główny