Gdansk
In TriMiast Poland all three cities - Gdynia, Gdansk and Sopot - are very closely intertwined and sometimes it is even difficult to see the border when traveling from Sopot to Gdynia or from Gdansk to Sopot. In its long history Gdansk has incorporated many different features: medieval churches are being replaced by typical Soviet construction all rusted up by a sea breeze. However Gdansk is much more than a collection of monuments. Follow our tips for watching and relaxing - and this city will stay in your heart for long.
Attractions and sights
When you arrive in Gdansk get ready to see the old town (Stare Miasto) which although badly destroyed during World War II was then carefully restored. It's easy to find it: Going to the Gdansk Glowny station follow the signs and you'll soon see quaint cathedrals and multi-colored houses dating back over 300 years.
Long Street is a source of architectural monuments from the Renaissance period. When walking on it be sure to pay attention to the City Hall of the 15th century building. During World War II the town hall was badly damaged but was rebuilt in communist Poland. There is also a city museum.
Gdansk is a city with a difficult history. He for 1000 years passed from the hands of the Poles to the hands of the Germans. However even under the rule of the Polish King or Grand Master of the Teutonic Order Gdansk always had its privileges. Due to its favorable position in the heart of the Baltic Sea Gdansk has quickly become one of the most important trading cities in the region.
Turning off the waterfront you will end up in the second photogenic street Gdańsk - Mariatsk. Making a great photoset in the entourage of a medieval city is easier here. Like to buy Amber the benches that are found here at every corner. It also houses the second largest church in Europe and the largest brick church in the world - the Basilica of Our Lady. Take a look at the stained glass windows inside and then go upstairs to get a better look at the city.
Attractions and sights
When you arrive in Gdansk get ready to see the old town (Stare Miasto) which although badly destroyed during World War II was then carefully restored. It's easy to find it: Going to the Gdansk Glowny station follow the signs and you'll soon see quaint cathedrals and multi-colored houses dating back over 300 years.
Long Street is a source of architectural monuments from the Renaissance period. When walking on it be sure to pay attention to the City Hall of the 15th century building. During World War II the town hall was badly damaged but was rebuilt in communist Poland. There is also a city museum.
Gdansk is a city with a difficult history. He for 1000 years passed from the hands of the Poles to the hands of the Germans. However even under the rule of the Polish King or Grand Master of the Teutonic Order Gdansk always had its privileges. Due to its favorable position in the heart of the Baltic Sea Gdansk has quickly become one of the most important trading cities in the region.
Turning off the waterfront you will end up in the second photogenic street Gdańsk - Mariatsk. Making a great photoset in the entourage of a medieval city is easier here. Like to buy Amber the benches that are found here at every corner. It also houses the second largest church in Europe and the largest brick church in the world - the Basilica of Our Lady. Take a look at the stained glass windows inside and then go upstairs to get a better look at the city.
General information
Population: 468,100
Area: 262 km2
Language: Polish
Currency: Polish zloty
Visa: Schengen
Time zone: UTC +1
Tips usually included in the bill
Convenience stores work from 8 am to 7pm
Restaurants serve after 7pm
Area: 262 km2
Language: Polish
Currency: Polish zloty
Visa: Schengen
Time zone: UTC +1
Tips usually included in the bill
Convenience stores work from 8 am to 7pm
Restaurants serve after 7pm
Cuisine
Globalization did not bypass Poland as well - the king of local street food is rightly considered a kebab. The ideal solution for the combination of price and quality - Kebab King. This is a Polish network of kebabs where for a price of 12 zlotys you can eat a crazy large kebab. Of course this is not Berlin but for Poland it is very good.
Another good kebab place - Kult Kebab (ul. Plac Dominikański 1). The guys focus on the Berlin kebabs so the prices there are slightly higher than the average in the city (18 zł).
To taste some of the most delicious casseroles in the city you have to go from the center to Sopot. This villa is located near the Kultowe Zapiekanki (al. Grunwaldzka 211). We recommend that you take one for two since the size of one casserole - 50 cm in price however is higher than in the "caped" capital of Poland - Krakow - and start at 12 zł.
