The primatial basilica with the relics of St Adalbert and the Gniezno Doors. Fifteen minutes on foot.
The Gothic mass on Lech Hill holds the relics of St Adalbert in a silver confessio, a dozen or so chapels with tombs, and the Gniezno Doors. Poland’s first kings were crowned here; the Congress of Gniezno took place here in the year 1000.
Allow an hour for the interior, an hour and a half with the tower.
approx. 15 min walk
Fifteen minutes on foot: through the old town, then a short climb onto Lech Hill. The cathedral is visible from far off.
Entry to the nave is free. The crypt and the tower are paid, with set hours that are noticeably shorter out of season.
No ticket and no connection needed – comfortable shoes are enough.
Fifteen minutes on foot: through the old town, then a short climb onto Lech Hill. The cathedral is visible from far off. No ticket and no connection needed.
The primatial basilica with the relics of St Adalbert and the Gniezno Doors. Fifteen minutes on foot. Among the highlights: Fifteen minutes on foot, Relics of St Adalbert, Coronations of the first kings, Free entry to the nave, Crypt and tower paid.
We recommend it especially for: An absolute must, however long you are staying. From ul. Mieszka I 39 the railway station is 7 minutes on foot, and the bus stops are closer still.
Romanesque bronze from the 12th century inside the cathedral – one of Poland’s greatest treasures.
approx. 15 min walkThe hill of the cathedral with views over town – site of the Piast stronghold.
approx. 15 min walkThe archdiocesan treasury by the cathedral: goldwork, vestments, manuscripts.
A private bathroom cabin, self check-in and a central location – stay at Podziemne Arkady.