The Baltic Coast and Pomerania
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1. Filharmonia Szczecińska
In 2014, Szczecin opened this magnificent new philharmonic hall, designed by Spanish architects Barozzi/Veiga of Barcelona. It stands on the precise spot where the old Konzerthaus used to stand before the war. The award-winning building will take your breath away: light and daring, it is nevertheless well-placed within its neo-Gothic context. Inside, it only gets better: the interiors are a perfect marriage of visual aesthetics and excellent acoustics. In addition to the Szczecin Symphonic Orchestra led by Rune Bergmann, Filharmonia hosts a succession of eager guest orchestras, ensembles, and bands, playing all kinds of music—the programming concept is open and versatile. The institution organizes numerous and varied educational programs for children, festivals, competitions and workshops. Visitors have been known to travel specifically for the purpose of visiting the Philharmonic for a concert, but you can take a tour usually every Tuesday and Friday at 5 pm (though you must ask at the box office for availability).
Małopolska 48, Szczecin, West Pomerania, 70-515, Poland91-430–95–10Sight Details
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2. Baszta Panieńska
This defensive tower was previously a part of the medieval city fortifications that were otherwise destroyed in the 18th century. The responsibility of its defense belonged to the guild of tailors, who realized a difficult task by providing seven coats for Princess Anne. In honor of that deed, it was called "Baszta Siedmiu Płaszczy" (a tower of seven coats).
Panieńska 47, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland -
3. Brama Królewska
The magnificent gate was built shortly after Szczecin fell under the rule of Prussia, and its purpose was basically to show off Prussia's power. The gate, designed by Gerhard Cornelius von Wallrave and built between 1725 and 1728, shows a shield with the Prussian eagle, the chain of the Black Eagle Order, and a crown. Next to the gate, on the same square, a lone mast belonging to the steamship Kapitan Maciejewicz, from 1929, is a favorite photo opportunity.
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4. Brama Portowa
Known previously as "Berlin gate" (Berliner Tor), this structure dates back to the years 1724 to 1740, when Szczecin was defended by a complicated system of fortifications. It is decorated with the personifications of Glory, and they are blowing their trumpets towards coats of arms of Friedrich Wilhelm I, king of Prussia, who purchased Szczecin from the Swedes in 1719.
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5. Dom Loitzów
The Loitz family was a mighty banking family, who traditionally sympathized with Polish kings, sometimes with unfortunate results. They never recovered the borrowed sums for a Royal Navy project of King Zygmunt August, due to his sudden death. Nowadays, an art school occupies their town house, which was built in the style of the late Gothic.
ul. Kurkowa 1, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland -
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6. Firebirds
This colourful sculpture was created in 1975 by one of the most famous Polish sculptors, Władysław Hasior. It was originally planned to sit near the castle, but it caught fire just as it was supposed to be inaugurated. Years later, forgotten and falling apart in the park, the artwork was saved by fans from Wrocław, who collected and "arrested" the broken parts and agreed to give them back on the condition that the town of Szczecin would take better care of the masterpiece.
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7. Galeria Sztuki Współczesnej
The third branch of the National Museum in Szczecin occupies an 18th-century palace called the Pod Głowami (literally, "Under the Heads"). Unfortunately, the interior shows nothing of its original splendor, instead, it offers somewhat cold design from the 1960s. White walls, geometrical iron crates, and smooth, ornament-free solid woodwork (softened by 40-some years of patina) create a stylish, though forlorn, space to enjoy modern art. Although the gallery owns an exquisite collection of modern Polish paintings and sculptures, the collection is not on permanent display. Instead, different temporary exhibitions take place.
ul. Staromłyńska 1, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland091-431–52–42Sight Details
Rate Includes: zł 10, Closed Mon., Tues.–Thurs., and Sat. 10–6, Fri. and Sun. 10–4 -
8. Katedra św. Jakuba
The cathedral's first incarnation was built on this spot in the late 12th century and was later replaced by a Gothic, three-aisle church built between the 13th and 14th centuries. In 1456, the 390-foot tower and the vaults collapsed. The present tower dates back to late 15th century and holds one of the biggest Polish bells, the baroque "Saint Jacob." Each of the church's three aisles is of equal height, so light fills the vast, homogenous space. Partly rebuilt after World War II, the modest, white-walled interior includes a 14th-century triptych from Ciećmierz and a 15th-century Pietà from Lubniewice. The biggest stained-glass window in Pomerania is in the eastern wall. Since 2008, organ music festivals have been held here annually in summer.
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9. Kościół św. Jana Ewangelisty
This 19th-century Gothic church hides remains of one from the 15th century—including its beautiful wall frescos—and a beautiful 18th-century pipe organ. The church once belonged to the Franciscan order; when they lost their holdings as a result of the Reformation in 1527, their buildings were turned into a hospital and a shelter for the poor. They retained that function until 1957, when the buildings were returned to the Catholic church. They are now home to the Pallotine order.
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10. Kościół św. Piotra i Pawła
The parish church of Szczecin was built between 1425 and 1440. Built of brick, with a simple white interior, it was remodeled at the end of the 17th century and turned into a late-baroque structure. On the ceiling, a fresco depicts the Holy Trinity. The church is situated next to a busy road, so it's filled with traffic noise and has, to be honest, seen better days. Outside, notice the Pomeranian tracery (brick ornamental decoration) and terra-cotta late-Gothic portraits of town burghers on the facade between the windows.
pl. św. Piotra i Pawła 4/5, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland091-433–85–32 -
11. Muzeum Narodowe
Housed in a baroque palace—and in an annex across the street—the branch of the National Museum in Szczecin is devoted mainly to art: older paintings, sculpture, and antiques (most 13th- to 16th-century Pomeranian), and some other Polish pieces from the 17th century. The building itself is a palace of the former regional parliament, Sejm Stanów Pomorskich, built between 1726 and 1727 and designed by Gerard Cornelius von Walrawe. The highlights of the museum include an 18th-century oak cross from the cathedral in Kamień Pomorski, richly sculpted 13th-century columns from the Cistertian cloister in Kołbacz, a portrait of Prince Filip I by Lucas Cranach the Younger from 1541, and a set of 16th- and 17th-century gold jewelry and robes.
ul. Staromłyńska 27/28, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland091-433–50–66Sight Details
Rate Includes: zł 10, Closed Mon., Tues.–Thurs. and Sat. 10–6, Fri. and Sun. 10–4 -
12. Ratusz Staromiejski
The Old Town Hall dates back to the turn of 15th century and was rebuilt in the 18th century. Since 1975, the building has hosted the Museum of History of Town, a division of the National Museum In addition to a permanent exhibition on the history of Szczecin, you can also admire a treasure found in the Podzamcze (Lower Castle) in 1999, a vast collection of 14th- and 15th-century coins and about 300 pieces of burghers' silver as well as some gold jewelry.
ul. Mściwoja 8, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland091-431–52–55Sight Details
Rate Includes: zł 10, Closed Mon., Tues.–Thurs. and Sat. 10–6, Fri. and Sun. 10–4 -
13. Zamek Książąt Pomorskich
Szczecin still carries many reminders of its medieval heritage, including the grandiose castle, built on the left bank of Odra, which, due to its favorable defensive position, was inhabited as early as the 8th or 9th century. The oldest surviving parts date back to the 14th century and the reign of prince Barnim III. The clock tower dates from the beginning of the 16th century; later in that century, it was expanded by by prince Barnim X and again by Jan Fryderyk. Eventually, the castle grew to have four wings and a courtyard decorated with picturesque loggias, reminiscent of Wawel in Kraków. In the 17th century a fifth wing was added, creating a second narrow courtyard and a second tower (the bell tower, which, incidentally, offers the best panoramic view of the city). Today the reconstructed castle is a cultural center.
ul. Korsarzy 1, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland091-434–02–92Sight Details
Rate Includes: Castle museum zł 6, bell tower zł 6, chambers zł 6, gallery zł 6; 12 zł for a combined ticket, Closed Mon., Tues.–Sun. 10–6
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