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Church, mosque or temple · Poland · Greater Poland
Poznań Cathedral and Ostrów Tumski
The cathedral island where Poland's earliest rulers are buried, a quiet corner east of the centre.
about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Poznań Cathedral and Ostrów Tumski matters
A short walk across the Warta river takes you to an island where the early Polish state took shape. The cathedral here, rebuilt after wartime damage, holds the tombs of early rulers of Poland and has a golden chapel. The island has the feel of a village, with a little church and a riverside path.
Talking points
- The cathedral is linked to the earliest rulers of Poland.
- The island is peaceful and good for a short riverside walk.
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