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Szczecin: The Golden Route โ€“ Icons of Szczecin from the Castle to the Philharmonic
Szczecin, Poland

Szczecin: The Golden Route โ€“ Icons of Szczecin from the Castle to the Philharmonic

The essence of Szczecin in a nutshell. Discover the history of the Gryfita dynasty, the power of the Hanseatic port, and the symbols of modern architecture that have made the city famous worldwide.

1h 7min
Duration
3.4 km
Distance
7
places
29
stories

What to expect

The essence of Szczecin in a nutshell. Discover the history of the Gryfita dynasty, the power of the Hanseatic port, and the symbols of modern architecture that have made the city famous worldwide.

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Szczecin: The Golden Route โ€“ Icons of Szczecin from the Castle to the Philharmonic

7 unique places

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Port Gate: Gateway to History

One of the two preserved baroque city gates, formerly part of the powerful Prussian fortifications. A tale of Szczecin's military past, the symbolism of the decorations on the gate, and its transformation from a defensive element into one of the most recognizable landmarks of the city.

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Port Gate: Gateway to History
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White Eagle Square: Baroque Elegance

An elegant square with a baroque White Eagle Fountain, surrounded by historical buildings. The focal point here is the Palace under the Globe, the former residence of Pomeranian nobility, now an academy of arts. A tale of the aristocratic past of this place and the architectural details of the palace.

White Eagle Square: Baroque Elegance
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St. James Cathedral: Gothic Giant

The largest church in Pomerania, a monumental brick Gothic building. A story of its turbulent history, destruction during World War II, and reconstruction. It is also a tale of a hidden observation terrace in the spire, offering a magnificent view of the cityscape.

St. James Cathedral: Gothic Giant
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Rynek Sienny: The Heart of the Hanseatic City

The heart of the reconstructed Old Town after the war. The central point is the Gothic Old Town Hall with a colorful facade, which now houses the Museum of the History of Szczecin. A tale of the power of Hanseatic Szczecin, merchant traditions, and the post-war vision of rebuilding the old town.

Rynek Sienny: The Heart of the Hanseatic City
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The Castle of the Dukes of Pomerania: The Nest of the Griffins

The historical seat of the Gryfita dynasty, rulers of the Duchy of Pomerania. The Renaissance castle, proudly towering over the Oder River, is now a cultural center. The tale of Prince Bogusล‚aw X, the golden age of Pomerania, and the castle legends, including that of the spirit of Sydonia von Borck.

The Castle of the Dukes of Pomerania: The Nest of the Griffins
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Chrobry Embankment: Terraces with a View of the World

One of the most beautiful viewpoints in Europe. A monumental, 500-meter complex of terraces, fountains, and stairs overlooking the Oder River. The story of the visionary mayor Hermann Haken, who transformed the site of former forts into a representative showcase of the maritime city.

Chrobry Embankment: Terraces with a View of the World
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Philharmonic Hall: Ice Palace of Sounds

An icon of modern architecture, known as the 'ice palace'. Winner of the prestigious Mies van der Rohe Award for the best building in Europe. A tale of its extraordinary, towering form that glows at night, and the contrast it creates with the historical surroundings.

Philharmonic Hall: Ice Palace of Sounds
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Audio guide

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Stories and legends

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