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Red Route
For an easy way to
explore the city's major historical attractions, stop by the
Main Train Station and look for the red arrows on the pavement.
The arrows mark a 7-km long route that goes past over 1000 years
of the city's history, before leading the visitor back to the
Main Train Station. Easy and convenient.
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Pomeranian Duke’s Castle
First built in the
Middle Ages, the Castle has always been at the heart of Szczecin
life. Much damaged during WWII, the Castle was later restored
and turned into an administrative and cultural centre, and today
it is the best place in the city to go if you love music and
art, with constant performances and temporary exhibitions taking
place within its walls.
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Maiden’s Tower or The Tower of the Seven Coats
First built in the
early 14th century, the Maiden's Tower is now all that remains
of the city's medieval fortifications. During the course of its
history, it served as a prison, and was partly destroyed during
WWII. Much of it was restored in the 1970s and today it is a
major landmark in Szczecin.
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St. James' Cathedral
Founded in 1187,
this ancient Cathedral contains many interesting points: its
triptychs, chapels dedicated to the historic dukes of the city,
a memorial to the victims of the Holocaust and more. Onsite is
the Archdiocese Museum, which details the history of the church
in Pomerania. Unfortunately, the cathedral was severely damaged
in WWII, and though much of it was restored in the 1970s, much
of its beauty was lost.
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Old Town
The oldest part of
Szczecin dates back to the early Middle Ages and is a charming
collection of picturesque streets and narrow houses tucked away
near the Odra River and the Castle. The Old Town is also home to
the Old Town Hall, which now serves as the City Museum of Szczecin.
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The National Museum
To view the best of
ancient and modern West Pomeranian art, drop by this beautiful
18th century Baroque museum.
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