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Szczecin: The Maritime Heart of Szczecin - From the Ramparts to the Craneosaurs
Szczecin, Poland

Szczecin: The Maritime Heart of Szczecin - From the Ramparts to the Craneosaurs

Discover the industrial soul of Szczecin along the route from the representative Chrobry Embankment to the modern Łasztownia.

2h 40min
Duration
2.2 km
Distance
6
places
31
stories

What to expect

Discover the industrial soul of Szczecin along the route from the representative Chrobry Embankment to the modern Łasztownia.

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Professional narration
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Content
History and culture
Szczecin: The Maritime Heart of Szczecin - From the Ramparts to the Craneosaurs

6 unique places

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The Crown of Szczecin: Knowledge and Power

Two monumental buildings crowning the Chrobry Embankment. The story of their architecture, museum collections documenting the history of Pomerania, and the role of the Maritime Academy in educating generations of seafaring people who have brought fame to the name of Szczecin across the world's oceans.

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The Crown of Szczecin: Knowledge and Power
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Avenue of Maritime Legends

A walk along the Oder River embankment at the foot of the Castle. It is here that ships dock and the Sailors' Avenue is located - a collection of sculptures and plaques commemorating outstanding Polish captains and their voyages around the world. The story of Ludomir Mączka and Kazimierz 'Kuba' Jaworski.

Avenue of Maritime Legends
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03

Gateway to the Other Shore

The historical crossing connecting the Old Town with the island of Łasztownia. The bridge itself is an excellent vantage point overlooking the Castle, the boulevards, and the port. A story about the strategic importance of bridges in Szczecin and how this bridge became the gateway to the industrial heart of the city.

Gateway to the Other Shore
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New Life in Old Walls

Welcome to Łasztownia - an island that has been the center of port transshipment for centuries. Today, it is undergoing a transformation. Its symbol is the building of the Old Slaughterhouse, which has evolved from an industrial plant into a cultural and event center, while preserving its industrial character.

New Life in Old Walls
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Steel Monsters with a Luminous Soul

Three powerful, historical port cranes that transform into a colorful artistic installation resembling prehistoric creatures after dark. They are the most characteristic element of the Łasztownia panorama and a symbol of Szczecin's industrial heritage, which has gained a new, artistic life.

Steel Monsters with a Luminous Soul
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The Ship That Will Never Sail

The modern, futuristic building shaped like a ship's hull, which is the newest icon of the Łasztownia. A story about its extraordinary architecture and interactive exhibition dedicated to the sea, navigation, and shipbuilding, which in a modern way continues the maritime traditions of Szczecin.

The Ship That Will Never Sail
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Audio guide

Professional narration in multiple languages with fascinating stories about each place.

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Stories and legends

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Architecture

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