Elbląg is a small city with a population of about 130,000 people. On a Sabbath day, he seemed to us extremely quiet and calm. Perhaps because it was quite windy outside, although the spring sun was already pleasing to the eye! The historical center of Elbląg is very small and cozy. In size, it somehow reminded us of the old city of Klaipeda in Lithuania. Elblag was founded by the Crusaders in the 13th century. It is located just 100 kilometers from Kaliningrad, which is its sister city!
What to see:
1. Trading gates.
Built in 1309. Restored in 2006. Near the gate there is a sculpture of a baker (Baker), who once saved the city from the attack of the Crusaders.
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trading gate
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Sculpture Pekarczyk
2. St. Nicholas Cathedral
Erected in the 15th century. Rebuilt later in the 18th century after a fire. The cathedral has a very interesting spire. Nearby is a monument to Pope John Paul II, erected to commemorate his visit in 1999.
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Cathedral of St. Nicholas
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Monument to John Paul II
3. Church trail
Finding her was harder than we thought! We liked this place in Elbląg the most! The trail is closed with metal gates at night. Hooligans, apparently ... One of the entrances of the trail is in the eighth photo.
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Church trail
4. EL Gallery
Located in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary 13th century. Reconstructed in the 60s of the last century. Today, various exhibitions, festivals and concerts are held here.
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Gallery
The Ostród-Elblag Canal is one of the most interesting places for your leisure time in. Known for its lifts that move ships in a section with a large elevation difference (about a hundred meters) on dry land. This is a kind of railway, functioning due to the natural forces of nature - water energy is used to move ships. The canal can pass small vessels with a displacement of not more than 50 tons.
6. Restaurant Pod Aniolamy
Here we had a very tasty lunch with a delicious shank with beer. We paid about 800 rubles for lunch. Recommend! The space is very conveniently organized here - there are places for groups of adults, there are separate rooms for visitors with children.
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Restaurant Pod Aniołami - interior decoration
7. Shopping centers in Elbląg
The two biggest shopping centers in Elbląg:
- Centrum Handlow Ogrody(Shopping center Ogrody). Address: Pułkownika Dąbka 152. centrumogrody.pl,;
- Zielone Tarasy(Shopping center Green Tarasy). Address: Teatralna 5. zielonetarasy.elblag.pl
How to get there:
From Kaliningrad you can get by bus Kaliningrad - Gdansk. Travel time is about 3 hours. There are several flights per day.
From Elbląg, I advise you to definitely go to and see the medieval castle.
Elblag is the second largest permanent resident in Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. About 124 thousand people live here. This city is located near the Kaliningrad border of Russia. Nearby is Elblag Canal. Due to its favorable geographical location, Elblag long centuries of its history is a great port. V Elblag many architectural objects of the past have been preserved, special attention is paid to the preservation of unique exhibits that can be viewed in the museum.
Pages of the past. History of Elbląg
The first mention of the city falls on 1237. Then, on the banks of the Elblag River, the crusaders founded a fortified castle. A trading settlement soon grew up around it. Elbląg was for some time city of residence of the masters of the Teutonic Order.
In the 14th century, Elbląg was an important port city and belonged to the Hanse trade union. The wealth of its merchants is evidenced by the results of excavations carried out in the Old City. Archaeologists are re-discovering thousands of items made of amber, ceramics, glass and metals. They confirm the lively trade contacts with Germany, Scandinavia, England and the Netherlands.
After the Battle of Grunwald in 1410, the city pays tribute to the Polish king Vladislav Yagello, half a century later officially became part of Poland with numerous privileges in the rank of a seaport.
After the partition of Poland in 1772, Elbląg was transferred to Prussia. A new economic impetus was given in the 19th century - Elblag was on the railway track, being put into operation Elblag Canal. Factories appeared: brewery, tobacco, locomotive and machine. The shipyard founded by Ferdinand was of particular importance for the development of the city.
In 1945 the city was returned to Poland. As a result of hostilities, the city was destroyed by 65%. Most of the inhabitants left the city. The Old City suffered the most. But Elbląg was rebuilt, and settlers actively settled here. Elbląg is a dynamically developing city of industrial, academic and cultural importance. Tourism is actively developing in the city.
The most visited tourist places in Elbląg
Old town of Elbląg with a unique historical layout, this is a place that every tourist should visit. Its territory is a real Eldorado for scientists, here is one of the most archaeologically significant sites in Poland. The finds recovered during the excavations are sent to Elblag Museum. Here you can see many attractions, in particular, Gothic buildings: Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Art Center – El Gallery, Market Gate (Fair). There are a lot of iconic ancient buildings in the city: Dominican Church of the Assumption, Church of St. Adalberta, Church of St. Anthony other.
V Old City tourists are waiting for numerous cafes, pubs and pizzerias. While in Elbląg, it is worth visiting the Elbląg Museum and Library. From the Old Town of Elbląg, you can take a cruise along the Canal to Krynica Morska. Elblag Canal serves dozens of ships through a system of locks. Since 2011, the Canal has been recognized as a Monument of History, but continues its work.
The Palace of August Abbeg and its park are especially loved by the residents of the city. The building itself was built in neo gothic style at the beginning of the 19th century for a royal adviser. Today, tourists can not only wander around the area, but also spend the night right there in a cozy hotel.
Recreational complex " New Holland i" is an area of 30 hectares with reservoirs and a network of canals 12 km. Everyone will find here entertainment to their liking: kayaking, water bicycles, pleasure boats. During a short water trip, you can get to the Lake Druzhno nature reserve, which is home to rare species of birds and vegetation. Holidays with family and children are welcome. Children in "New Holland" can ride under the supervision of an instructor.
nightshade another popular place, which is located south of the Elblag Canal. There are many old mansions and palaces with parks. The town is made in an interesting architectural style.
StoryElblag (German: Elbing) ) was founded in 1237 by the Knights of the Teutonic Order near the place where the Prussian trading settlement of Truso existed in the 9th century. It was conceived as a port city. In 1246 Elblag received city rights, and in 1358 he became a member of the Hanseatic League. From the middle of the XIV century, it gradually loses its importance as a port in favor of Danzig.
During its history, Elblag has been under the rule of the Teutonic Order, Prussia, Sweden, Germany. During the Second World War it was badly damaged. Since 1945, it finally became part of Poland, from 1975 to 1998 it was the administrative center of the Elbląg Voivodeship. Currently, it is in the status of an urban settlement.
Elblag Map
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Elblag - attractions
Old city(Stare Miasto) - carefully restored and reconstructed historic city center.
Cathedral of St. Nicholas with a tower 95 m high.
trading gate early 14th century, restored in 2006. Nearby is a sculpture of a baker who, according to legend, saved Elbląg from the invasion of the Crusaders.
Historical and Archaeological Museum
Museum Archeologiczno-Historyczne
Bulwar Zygmunta Augusta 11
Tel. +48-552-327-273
[email protected]
Opening hours from October 1 to April 30:
Tue-Sun, 8.00-16.00, ticket office until 15.30, Mon - day off
Opening hours from May 1 to September 30:
Tue-Sun, 8.00-17.00, ticket office until 16.30, Mon - day off
EL Art Gallery, located in the Dominican church of the Assumption of the XIII-XVI centuries.
Centrum Sztuki Galeria EL
Ul. Kuśnierska 6
Tel. +48-552-325-386
[email protected]
City Library, with a rich collection of ancient books.
Biblioteka Elblaska
Ul. Św. Ducha 5-7
Tel. +48-552-324-105
[email protected]
Tank T-34, dyed pink.
Elblag Canal 82 km long, a monument of European hydrotechnical art of the 19th century. with a unique system of ship-lifting mechanisms and locks.
Leisure and sports
Water Sports Academy- children's and youth sports camp. Windsurfing, ATV driving, diving, scuba diving, elements of sailing, kayaking, cycling, team games.
Wychowawcza Akademia Sportow Wodnych
ul. 12th Lutego 8a
Tel/Fax +48-556-433-344
Tel. mob.+48-603-407-234
biuro grupawodna.pl
Restaurants
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Pod Kogutem |
Ul. Wigilijna 8-9, tel. +48-556-412-882 |
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Wędrowiec |
Ul. Wigilijna 12, tel. +48-55 611 00 22 |
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Mysliwska |
Ul. Marymoncka 6, tel. +48-55 234 28 61 |
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Pod Aniolami |
Ul. Rybacka 23-24b, tel. +48-55 236 17 26 |
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Metamorfoza |
Ul. Stary Rynek 53b, tel. +48-55 646 33 25 |
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Restauracja & Grill Figaro |
Ul. 3 Maja 13, tel. +48-55 233 01 00 |
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Studnia Smakow |
Ul. Studzienna 31A, tel. +48-55 644 64 64 |
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Cztery Pory Roku |
Ul. Wieżowa 15, tel. +48-533 070 777 |
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Stara Karczma |
Ul. Traugutta 48, tel. +48-55 235 05 05 |
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Restauracja Rybna Złota Arka |
Ul. Wigilijna 8/9, tel. +48-55 239 66 78 |
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Przy Bramie |
Ul. Stary Rynek 6, tel. 55 623 00 39 |
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Mandarin |
Ul. Świętego Ducha 8, tel. +48-55 232 77 86 |
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Mamma Mia |
Ul. Krotka 4, tel. +48-55 611 47 02 |
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Admiral (seasonal) |
Bulwar Zygmunta Augusta, tel. +48-55 642 30 31 |
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Slowianska |
Ul. Krotka 5, tel. +48-55 611 47 02 |
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Ul. Wigilijna 6-7, tel. +48-602 409 548 |
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tokyo sushi |
Ul. Giermkow 19/21, tel. +48-055 233 33 85 |
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Ul. Rzeźnicka 9A, tel. +48-55 623 01 88 |
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Ul. Studzienna 21-22e, tel. +48-55 618 66 99 |
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Ul. Broniewskiego 51, tel. 55 242 00 91 |
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Ul. Mostowa 10, tel. +48-55 232 42 37 |
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Nowa Holandia, restaurant complex |
Nowe Pole 1b, tel. +48-55 233 89 90 |
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Pierogarnia U Jedrka |
Ul. Królewiecka 89/1a-1b, tel. 55 641 11 14 |
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Bar Restauracyjny Kalinka |
Ul. 12-Lutego 34-1, tel. +48-55 235 55 66 |
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Ul. Królewiecka 189, tel. +48-55 232 95 05 |
Elbląg hotels, hotels, guest houses
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Ul. Kovalska 10 |
35 rooms, bridal suite, air conditioning in all rooms, smoking and non-smoking rooms, conference room for 20 people, drink bar, free Internet access, guarded parking, luggage storage, laundry. |
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Ul. Stary Rynek 54-59 |
Building of the 17th century, 80 rooms, 5 apartments, restaurant, conference center, SPA center, swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, gym, air conditioning, underground garage with video surveillance, free Internet access, in close proximity - a golf course. |
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Młyn Aqua SPA ***/**** |
Ul. Kosciuszki 132 |
48 rooms of category **** and ***, access for people with FEV, offers for honeymooners, Aqua SPA (pool for adults and children, attractions, waterfall, sauna, jacuzzi), restaurant, 4 banquet halls from 15 to 150 people , breakfasts, billiards, playground, free WI-FI, parking. |
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Ul. Królewiecka 126 |
27 rooms / 50 beds, 1-, 2-bed and "suite", satellite TV, telephone, non-smoking floor, free WI-FI, Polish cuisine restaurant, banquet and conference hall, sauna, mini-solarium, fitness, billiards , parking. |
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Ul. Stary Rynek 16 |
20 rooms / 45 beds in 1-, 2-bed rooms, suites and suites, satellite TV, free WI-FI, restaurant for 40 seats, breakfasts, Clasico Club with entertainment program on weekends, pets allowed , transfer, the possibility of holding conferences, business trainings, shows (up to 60 people). |
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Ul. Mostowa 13 |
Reconstructed brick building from the early 16th century, river and marina views, free internet access, breakfast, free parking, pets by prior arrangement. |
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Arbiter*** |
Plac Słowianski 2 |
City center, 112 rooms (1 local - 33, 2-bed - 57, 2-bed with extra bed - 9, studios - 8, apartments - 5) / 206 beds, smoking and non-smoking rooms, for people with FEV, free Internet access, breakfast, 2 restaurants, nightclub, 7 conference rooms for 12 to 206 people, pets for extra charge. fee, souvenir shop, hairdresser, recreation and health center, luggage storage, parking. |
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Ul. Królewiecka 219 |
50 beds in 1- and 2-bed rooms, a restaurant, a 24-hour mini-bar, a conference room, guarded parking. |
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Pensjonat MF*** |
Ul. Św. Ducha 26, |
40 beds in 16 single, double and triple rooms, TV, free Internet access, shower, hair dryer, restaurant, pub, beer garden (in summer), bar. |
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Pensjonat Boss *** |
Ul. Św. Ducha 30 |
1-, 2-, 3-bed rooms and suites, restaurant, breakfast, extra charge fee - secure parking and the possibility of pets, offers for weddings and corporate events. |
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Ul. Grunwaldzka 49 |
Single rooms - 11, double rooms - 24, apartments - 3, smoking and non-smoking rooms, satellite TV, breakfast, bar, conference room, free Wi-Fi, free parking, pets - free of charge. |
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21 rooms (1-, 2- and 3-bed rooms), shower in the rooms, convenient for sports groups, kitchen, conference room, Internet access. |
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Dwor Bieland |
Ul. H. Poświatowskiej 1 |
Mansion of the early twentieth century in a park of 3.5 hectares. Single, double and family rooms, offers for presentations, lectures, seminars, corporate parties, banquets, family celebrations. |
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MiniHotel Antonieff |
Ul. Garbary 5 |
Satellite TV, telephone, Internet, bar/cafe, parking, payment by credit cards. |
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43 beds in 1-, 2-, 3-bed rooms, shower in the rooms, close proximity to sports facilities, a convenient place for sports gatherings and camps. |
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Ul. Radomska 29 |
Hotel of the Elblag Yacht Club. 1 -, 2 -, 3-bed rooms with bathroom and TV, free Wi-Fi, the possibility of picnics, weddings, corporate parties. |
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33 single, double and triple rooms, restaurant, bar, lunch box, billiards, free Wi-Fi, parking. The hotel is non-smoking. |
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50 beds in 2-, 3-, 4-bed rooms, TV, bathrooms, Internet, bar, parking. |
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Camping No. 61** |
4-bed rooms with shower, TV, refrigerator, kettle, parking spaces for car campers with electrical connection, camping field, Wi-Fi, rental of kayaks, bicycles, fishing rods. |
Shops in Elbląg
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Ogrody shopping center in Elbląg |
Ul. Plk. Dabka 152 |
From Mon to Sat: 8.30 - 22.00 |
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Hipermarket carrefour |
Ul. Ogolna 69 |
Daily 7.00 - 20.00 |
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Shopping and entertainment center Green Terrace |
From Mon to Sat: 10.00 - 20.00 |
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Elsam Shopping Center - |
Ul. Grunwaldzka 2 |
From Mon to Sat: 10.00 - 18.00 |
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Zulawski Merchants' Guild Trade Center - |
Ul. Plk Dabka 134 |
From Mon to Fri: 9.00 - 19.00 |
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Hypermarket E. Leclerc - |
Ul. Zeromskiego 2 |
From Mon to Sat: 8.00 - 21.00 |
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Biedronka |
Ul. Armii Krajowej 1 |
Daily 7.00 - 21.00 |
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Daily 8.00 - 21.00 |
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Kaufland |
Daily 7.00 - 22.00 |
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Stokrotka |
Ul. Grottgera 53 |
From Mon to Sat: 07.30 – 21.30 |
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RTV Euro AGD |
Ul. Plk. Dąbka 152 |
Appliances |
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OLA and FILIP |
Ul. Nitschmana 20/22 T. +48-552-352-625 |
Childen's goods |
Market in Elbląg
Elzam Market - Hala "Elzam"
Al. Grundwaldska 2
Clothing, shoes, building materials, auto parts, pet products, etc.
Working hours - from 10.00 to 18.00.
Night clubs, discos, pubs
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Klub Nocny Insect |
Ul. Zacisze 2, tel. +48-606-81-799 |
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Club Mimoza |
Ul. Garbary 9-10, tel. +48-556-183-214 |
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Club Muzyczny Mjazzga |
Ul. Kovalska 1, tel. +48-552-302-110 |
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One Life Club |
Ul. Wigilijna 10, tel. +48-500-345-805 |
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Ul. Brzozowa 10, tel. +48-503-933-709 |
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Ul. Królewiecka 95a, tel. +48-552-344-017 |
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Bollywood Bowling |
Ul. Odzieżowa 12, tel. +48-552-422-000 |
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Pub Klepsydra |
Ul. 1go Maja 48, tel. +48-55-2362551 |
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Pub Fairplay |
Stary Rynek 36-37 |
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Pub Czarny Kot |
Ul. Rybacka 29b, tel. +48-556-412-510 |
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Ul. Św. Ducha 26, tel. +48-556-423-244 |
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Amnesia Pub |
Ul. Rybacka 30b, tel. +48-552-370-848 |
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Old Pub |
Ul. Wigilijna 6, tel. +48-552-325-470 |
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highlander pub |
Ul. Garbary, tel. +48-552-379-610 |
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Sport Pub Challenge |
Stary Rynek 16, tel. +48-604-541-542 |
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Ul. Kuśnierska 6 |
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west side |
Ul. Kowalska 6-7c, tel. +48-556-416-061 |
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Klubokawiarnia Starovka |
Ul. Kowalska 3-5/a, tel. +48-782-272-140 |
Free Internet Access Points
City Hall, ul. Łączności 1
City Transport Authority, ul. Czerwonego Krzyża 2
City Hall Department, Plac Dworcowy 4
City Hall Department, ul. Czerwonego Krzyża 2
City Hall Department, ul. Jaśminowa 11
City Hall Department, ul. Stary Rynek 25
County Department of Labor, ul. Saperow 24
City Library, ul. Swiętego Ducha 3-7
Branch of the city library №1,10, ul. Brzeska 5
Branch of the city library №4,16, ul. Ogolnej 59
Branch of the City Library No. 8, ul. Mielczarskiego 22
Branch of the city library №3,6, ul. Piłsudskiego 17
Library branch No. 13,15, ul. Sloneczna 29-31
Library fiction, ul. Zamkowa 1
Market entrance, ul. Stary Rynek
Bus station PKS, Plac Dworcowy 4
Hotel Wodnik, ul. Radomska 29
City skating rink, ul. Karowa 1
Sports and Business Center, Al. Grunwaldzka 135
School dormitory №2, ul. Pulaskiego 1A
School dormitory №3, ul. Wapienna 17
School dormitory №4, ul. Komenskiego 37
Municipal Center for Social Welfare, ul. winna 9
City hospital im. Jana Pawła II, ul. Zeromskiego 22
Children's entertainment center
Centrum Zabaw dla Dzieci BAJLANDIA
Ul. Kochanowskiego 11
Tel. +48-552-337-821
Tue - Sun, 11.00 - 19.00. Mon - day off.
reference Information
The distance from Kaliningrad to Elblag is 102 km. The nearest border crossings are Mamonovo - Gronowo (Gronowo), Mamonovo - Grzechotki.
Municipality of Elbląg
Ul. Łączności 1
Tel. + 48-552-393-000
Fax: + 48-552-393-330
[email protected]
Tourist information point / Punkt Informacji Turystycznej
Ratusz Staromiejski, ul. Stary Rynek 25
Tel. +48-552-393-377
[email protected]
Opening hours - Mon - Fri, 10.00 - 18.00
Polish national tourist hotline: +48-222-781-600
Pharmacy on duty
Ul. Grunwaldzka 27/1
Tel. +48-556-427-419
Emergency phone numbers
112 is the common emergency number for all EU countries. The dispatcher will transfer your conversation to the appropriate service.
997 - police
998 - fire brigade
999 - ambulance
986 - municipal police (Straż Miejska)
981 - roadside assistance (pomoc drogowa)
Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Gdansk
Ul. Stefana Batorego 15, 80-251 Gdańsk
st. Stefan Batory 15, 80-251 Gdansk
Tel: 8-1048-58-341-1088
Fax: 8-1048-58-341-4092, 8-1048-58-341-6200
http://gdansk.rusemb.pl/
Representation of Elblag in Kaliningrad
Prospect Mira, 81/2
Tel/fax 919-309, 935-577
Harsh forests, transparent lakes, high mountains, wide fields, deep sea, intricate history of statehood, unique examples of ancient culture, proud people - this is all Poland. Elblag, unlike Sopot or Gdansk, is not so famous in the world of travelers, although it is also located on the coast Baltic Sea. Moreover, the city has interesting story, full of curiosities and monuments. Those lucky ones who have already been here are shared in tourist reviews vivid impressions and positive emotions.
City `s history
Elblag was founded in 1237 by the Master of the Teutonic Order, Hermann von Balke. Initially, it was a small settlement, but its development was so fast that after 9 years it already received the status of a city (1246). During the first seven decades of the existence of the settlement, Elbląg was the most important center of regional life, the only seaport and the main military base of the organization of the State of the Teutonic Order. In the 14th century, it was an important port of the Prussian kingdom. In 1454, after many battles, the city finally passed into the hands of the Poles, and the castle was destroyed. The main monuments of history and culture belong to this period.
Poland. Elblag. sights
Almost 800 years of history have left many traces of the past in the city. Much was destroyed during World War II, however, a thorough reconstruction of the Old Town allows you to appreciate the power of bygone eras. This area is a real paradise for archaic researchers. Gothic architectural monuments include the Market Gate, the Canal, the old houses on the street of the Holy Spirit and the palace of August Abbegga, as well as the ruins of the upper and lower castles.
Among the memos more early period A special place is occupied by the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, built in the 13th century. It preserved valuable interior items: a bronze font of 1387 and a sculpture of the patron saint of the diocese - St. Wojciech. There is now a statue next to the cathedral. She was erected in honor of the Pope's visit to Elbląg in 1999. He then gathered about 300,000 believers for Mass.
The Dominican church of St. Mary, the Corpus Christi hospital, the temples of the Holy Spirit and St. Anthony also belong to the Middle Ages. Of no less interest is the Way of the Church - a narrow passage between the houses, uniting the three temples of the Old City. Poland has included it among the most unique architectural monuments of the country. Elbląg proudly supports this opinion. Tourist reviews remind you that while here, it is worth visiting the Museum of History and Archeology, as well as the library and art gallery.
market gate
One of the most characteristic and recognizable sights of Elbląg is the Market Gate. Their image can be found on numerous souvenirs and postcards, as well as on the reverse side of the dwuzłotowej commemorative coin from the Historical Cities of Poland series issued by the Polish National Bank in 2006.
The building was built in the XIV century and was part of the defensive system. The shafts themselves are no longer preserved. The lower part was erected in 1319, in the 1420s the building acquired a superstructure. While working on the upper one, a porch with two turrets was completed, which lasted until 1775, protecting the city from the north side, especially at night. Later, a baroque observation deck and a clock appeared on the roof - a gift from the Senate of Hamburg to the residents of Elbląg.
A lot of legends about sights reverently saves Poland. Elblag connects the description of the market gate with a beautiful legend. It tells how a young baker's apprentice, Waldemar Grabovecki, saved the city's inhabitants from an invasion by the Teutonic Knights. To commemorate this event, a monument to a brave and resourceful youth stands at the Gate, and a baker's festival is held annually.
Museum of History and Archeology
Few people know that numerous fruitful excavations were carried out in Elbląg. It is in the local museum that history buffs will discover all these treasures. Many exhibits are unique on a European scale. So, here you can see medieval musical instruments, wax boards and signs of pilgrims. In addition, no less interesting artifacts made of ceramics, amber, metal and leather are presented here. The exposition of the museum of history and archeology is divided into two main areas: the Old Town of Elblag and the trading settlement of the Middle Ages.
Elblag Canal
Another attraction, the Elbląg Canal, was designed by engineer Georg Jakob Steenck in 1848 to link the lake system with the Vistula Lagoon in the Baltic Sea. The connecting structure, more than 80 km long and about 100 meters high, includes a number of unique lifts, on which ships move on land. In the 19th century, the water route acquired great economic importance. But with the development of road and rail transport, Poland also discovered new roads.
The Elblag Canal is now used for individual and group tours. Reviews of tourists who have visited the route claim that the natural landscape here is simply amazing. Hard-to-reach swamps and reeds along the shores of Lake Druzno have become an ideal refuge and nesting place for birds, as well as a stopover during seasonal migrations. An ornithological reserve has been opened on its territory, which has 110 species of only nesting birds. This makes up about 50 percent of the entire avifauna of the country.
Forest park zone Bażantarnia
A charming natural park full of wooded hills, deep ravines, mysterious and beautiful valleys, located in a suburban area. The Silver Stream formed a picturesque landscape in such a way that Northern Poland (Elbląg) in this place is deceptively similar to mountainous Southern Poland. The territory covers an area of 369 hectares.
This is the most visited place of rest of the townspeople. Here you can take a short walk, ride a bike or wander for hours along marked hiking trails of varying difficulty. In the reviews of tourists, the legend of the Devil's Stone is often mentioned. Tradition says that Satan himself threw a block into the bed of the Silver Stream. And a trained eye can even detect the print of his paw on the rock.
Poland. Elblag. What else to see?
In the reviews of tourists, two more objects worthy of the attention of travelers are often mentioned - the city library and the EL gallery.
The unusual appearance of the reading room building is associated with its past. On March 15, 1242, the city council established a foundation act for the building. Initially, there was a shelter for the elderly and the sick, and then a hospital. And only in the 70s of the last century a book depository was opened here. The library has one of the most valuable collections of old engravings in the country. Cultural events of the city are also held here - meetings, exhibitions, etc.
The Center for Contemporary Art is located in one of the oldest churches in Elbląg, the Dominican Church of the Virgin Mary. On July 24, 1961, Gerard Kwiatkowski and Janusz Hankowski exhibited their works for the first time in the church. This date is considered the beginning of the existence of the EL gallery.
What do travelers write about Elbląg?
Many reviews of tourists note that in recent years, renewal has become characteristic of the settlements of the Commonwealth. Gradually turns into one of the most beautiful cities in the region and Elbląg. All-knowing tourists believe that the manifesto of the first President of the country, Lech Walesa, really works here: “Government from the people and for the people”, or, more simply, financing of transformations often goes according to the scheme: “Poland - Elbląg”.
Photos and videos of travelers capture the charming atmosphere reigning here. Someone compares local landscapes with the Netherlands. And this is quite understandable: the junction of two geographical regions - the dull Vistula-Zhulavsky and the plateau towering above the waters of the Baltic Bay - opens up wide opportunities for various forms of recreation.
Almost everyone admires the Old Town with its historical layout. Its characteristic feature is called the way of the church, which is especially liked by lovers of art and sacred architecture. Once here, tourists feel like they are in the Middle Ages.
