Long Market Square, Gdansk
Crossing over the Green bridge in Gdansk, one may pass through the riverside arches of the Green Gate. Emerging from the arches, one finds oneself in the restored medieval Long Market Square.
As early as 1552, Polish monarchs would formally enter the city through the Green Gate. The visiting royalty would be lavishly entertained at the wealthy tenements lining the square. There were feasts and fireworks galore.
The square was often a venue for more than feasting. Executions of witches, heretics and criminals took place here as well. After World War II the street was restored to its former glory. The Dutch and Flemish Mannerist tenements once more line the square.
Hewel House was the 17th century dwelling of shipbuilder Georg Hewel. Author Reinhold Curicke lived at number 9. Johannes Uphagen built his mansion at No. 1776. The 1560 Faber House was built for Mayor Constantin Farber. The Lion Castle houses the Russian Center of Science and Culture.
Other sights are the Schumann House, also known as the King's House. The Town Hall, rebuilt in 1561, has a golden statue of King Sigismund. Neptune's Fountain, created in 1617 by A. van den Blocke and surrounded by Polish eagles, flows again. Artus Court, built in 1350, is a branch of Gdansk History Museum.
The noble tenants are gone, but the historical square lives on replete with shops, restaurants, and cafes. It is a memorable, exciting stroll.
As early as 1552, Polish monarchs would formally enter the city through the Green Gate. The visiting royalty would be lavishly entertained at the wealthy tenements lining the square. There were feasts and fireworks galore.
The square was often a venue for more than feasting. Executions of witches, heretics and criminals took place here as well. After World War II the street was restored to its former glory. The Dutch and Flemish Mannerist tenements once more line the square.
Hewel House was the 17th century dwelling of shipbuilder Georg Hewel. Author Reinhold Curicke lived at number 9. Johannes Uphagen built his mansion at No. 1776. The 1560 Faber House was built for Mayor Constantin Farber. The Lion Castle houses the Russian Center of Science and Culture.
Other sights are the Schumann House, also known as the King's House. The Town Hall, rebuilt in 1561, has a golden statue of King Sigismund. Neptune's Fountain, created in 1617 by A. van den Blocke and surrounded by Polish eagles, flows again. Artus Court, built in 1350, is a branch of Gdansk History Museum.
The noble tenants are gone, but the historical square lives on replete with shops, restaurants, and cafes. It is a memorable, exciting stroll.
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Long Market Square on Map
Sight Name: Long Market Square
Sight Location: Gdansk, Poland (See walking tours in Gdansk)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Gdansk, Poland (See walking tours in Gdansk)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Gdansk, Poland
Create Your Own Walk in Gdansk
Creating your own self-guided walk in Gdansk is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Gdansk's Historical Churches Tour
Gdansk has a long history of Catholicism, hence the abundance of spectacular churches here. Let's delve into some of the most impressive temples that grace the cityscape and see what they are.
Saint John's Church, a Gothic masterpiece, stands tall in the heart of Gdansk. It dates back to the 14th century and features impressive brickwork and intricate details. Its towering spire is a... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
Saint John's Church, a Gothic masterpiece, stands tall in the heart of Gdansk. It dates back to the 14th century and features impressive brickwork and intricate details. Its towering spire is a... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
Solidarity Union Walking Tour
For decades, the word 'Solidarity' (Polish: Solidarno艣膰) has been synonymous with the city of Gdansk. The peaceful Solidarity revolution, started here in the August of 1980, marked the outset of the fall of communism not only in Poland but also throughout Eastern Europe.
Stemmed from the country's first free labor union born out of strikes at the Lenin Shipyard (now the Gdansk... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.8 Km or 0.5 Miles
Stemmed from the country's first free labor union born out of strikes at the Lenin Shipyard (now the Gdansk... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.8 Km or 0.5 Miles
Gdansk Introduction Walking Tour
The most probable source for the name, "Gdansk" seems to be "Gdania", the ancient name of the river Motlawa. Gdansk began with agriculture and fishing and trade with Pomerania in the 9th century. It was annexed by Mieszko, Duke of Poland, in 975.
The center of town was the Long Market, with its craftsmen. German merchant settlements grew by St Nicholas Church. Gdansk joined... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
The center of town was the Long Market, with its craftsmen. German merchant settlements grew by St Nicholas Church. Gdansk joined... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles