Attractions and Places To See around Gniezno - Top 20

Gniezno Cathedral is considered one of the most important religious buildings in Poland. Since the 15th century, the church has served as both the seat of the Archbishop of Gniezno and the Primate of Poland. The Gniezno Double Doors, made of bronze, are of great significance on a European scale.

The Market Square is located in the Old Town on Panieński Hill, one of Gniezno. After a devastating fire in 1819 that destroyed most of Gniezno, the square was rebuilt according to new urban planning that created a spatial axis between the cathedral and the evangelical church, with only two original medieval buildings surviving. Today the cobblestone square features a fountain inaugurated in 2014, and during winter months it hosts a 10-12 meter Christmas tree and an ice rink that has operated since 2008.

A Gothic archcathedral located on Lech Hill, serving as the burial place of Saint Adalbert and the site of five royal coronations since 1000 AD. Known as the "Mother of Polish Churches," it has been the seat of Polish primates and was designated as a minor basilica in 1931. The cathedral houses the famous Gniezno Doors, bronze doors from around 1175 that depict scenes from Saint Adalbert's life.

Marzec Ice Cream Studio - true handmade work. I recommend it!

The historic palace of the Żółtowski family, built in 1785, designed on a rectangular plan. Today, the facades have smooth plaster, but after subsequent poorly performed renovations they have no architectural details. The main facade once had three shallow avant-corps with round corners. The middle one, at which the main entrance is located, was covered with a portico in later years. Two side ones with three axes have been preserved to this day, ending with low gables in the form of attics with a wavy-step flow line, with an ellipse-shaped opening in the central part. The interior of the palace was completely rebuilt and stripped of its decor during renovation in 1965–1966. Originally, the interior had two bays, it had a large vestibule on an axis, with stairs leading to the first floor. There, in the central part, there was a large living room occupying a large part of the back hall. On the left and right sides there were connected rooms arranged in enfilade. The interiors had stucco and perhaps polychrome. /Wikipedia/

The bandit Maciej allegedly carried out his criminal activities in the area of Modliszewo and Modliszewko during the times of King Władysław. He attacked and robbed merchants who were passing by, following the route from the north to Gniezno, or heading from Gniezno towards the Baltic Sea. Since nothing is known about his companions, he had to be strong and fit to act alone. One day, Matthias attacked a caravan of merchants traveling from Italy. He robbed them, but they managed to escape alive. When they reached Gniezno, they told the mayor everything. And although he was very concerned about the report, he had no idea or means to find and capture the robber. However, when he learned from the merchants that they were carrying significant supplies of Tuscan wine, he ordered them to go immediately and find the robber. As it turned out, this time it didn't take long to find the perpetrator of the attack. Well, immediately after his success, the villain tasted the wine. And because he drank too much of it, he fell asleep under a tree. And so the robber Maciej was captured near the Koreczno forester's lodge. /tupowstalapolska.pl - trail of myths and legends of the Gniezno district/

The Market Square in Gniezno is the heart of the historic city and a place where the past meets the present. Surrounded by colorful townhouses, it retains the layout of the medieval market square with the town hall at its center. In the summer, it bustles with life, hosting concerts, fairs, and community meetings. Around the square, you'll find numerous cafes and restaurants, perfect for a moment of relaxation after visiting the cathedral. This is a space where you can truly feel the spirit of Poland's first capital.

A nice market square, well-stocked with various pubs. A good stop for a bicycle tourer. There are plenty of monuments around related to the beginnings of the Polish state.