Gniezno Cathedral
Katedra Gnieźnieńska
The archcathedral of Poland’s first capital, where five kings were crowned, famous for its 12th-century Romanesque bronze doors.
Gniezno was the earliest capital of the Piast dynasty and is legendarily known as the “Nest of the White Eagle.” Its archbishop is Poland’s primate. The cathedral holds the silver shrine of St Adalbert (Wojciech). In the year 1000, Holy Roman Emperor Otto III made a pilgrimage here, which led to the Congress of Gniezno. The most precious treasure is the 12th-century Gniezno Doors, with 18 bronze reliefs depicting the life of St Adalbert. You can climb the tower for views, and there are Romanesque remains underground. It is about 50 km from Poznań, roughly 40 minutes by train. Combine it with the Museum of the First Piast Dynasty for a one-day “Piast Route” trip.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00 (restricted during services)
Nearby sights
- Ostrów Lednicki
- Biskupin Archaeological Reserve
- Kórnik Castle
- New Zoo, Poznań
- Termy Maltańskie
- Lake Malta
- Śródka & 3D Mural
- Porta Posnania (ICHOT)