Cosa vedere a Toruń

Main church of the city in the Medieval times, built during 14th and 15th centuries, since 1996 cathedral of Toruń Diocese. Astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus was christened here. On its tower hangs Tuba Dei bell from 1500, one of the largest Medieval bells in Europe. Interior is partly renovated, and the work is continued in 2013.…

One of the most beautiful Gothic town halls in Europe. Despite its many treasures it is however not too rewarding for foreign visitors as it is almost entirely explained in Polish. Translations are very sparse or non-existent.…

Astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus was born in Toruń in 1473. The museum is in a house which belonged to the Copernicus family in the 15th century, and where probably Nicolaus Copernicus was born. The architecture of the building dates back to the 15th century, and its interior is a fine example of a Gothic house refurbished throughout the centuries.…

Part of old Toruń defense wall system built in the 13th century. Poor foundations led the tower to lean at a sharp angle soon after its construction. It's customary to see if you can stand with your feet against the wall and your arms outstretched in front of you (hint: it's pretty much impossible!)

Between 15th and 18th centuries Toruń was a big center of grain trade, hence many granaries are preserved in the Old Town. The oldest and most interesting can be seen on Piekary Str., near Leaning Tower, and Mostowa Street. One of them, so-called Swedish Granary, is adapted for a hotel.

Built in the late 19th and early 20th century east of the Old Town, is a specific combination of residential and military architecture. St. Catherine's church is located at Wilhelmstadt's main square; with its over 80-meter high tower it remains the highest building in Toruń.

A skeleton of what is left of the old Castle, built by Polish king Władysław Jagiełło (Jogaila) in the 15th century. You can explore the ruins at your leisure and walk the walls (which can be dangerous).

The Old Town Hall tower is the oldest town hall tower in Central and Eastern Europe. It is worth to climb the steep wooden steps to admire beautiful view on the historic center of Toruń.

The biggest and most modern purpose-built speedway stadium in the world, in use since 2009. It has been one of the sites for FIM Speedway Grand Prix since 2010.

Excellent panorama from left bank of the river Vistula. Vantage point on Kępa Bazarowa island is accessible by foot or by bus from pl. Rapackiego (Rapacki Sq.)

Mostly residential district build in the late 19th and early 20th century. It comprises many monuments of architecture, a city park, and a zoobotanical garden.

An outdoor museum. The castle is almost completely destroyed except for one tower and a dungeon that you can set foot on.

Monumental building on the place of medieval Artus Court in the end of 19th century. Now it hosts cultural centre.

An open-air museum showing the folk architecture of many regions of Poland. Includes a windmill.

A radio observatory with two dishes (diameters: 32 meters and 15 meters).

A UNESCO World Heritage List site dating back to medieval times.