Stroll around Gdansk Old Town and the riverbank

Like other cities in Poland, Gdansk has been fought over repeatedly. It ended German rule after World War II and became a Polish city. Therefore, there are many traces of Dutch and German architecture. Following the Gdansk tourist route recommended on the Internet, I slowly walked around the old town. From St. Catherine's Church, walk past the Jacek Tower defense tower and the Old Town Market Hall, pass the Dutch-style building - The Great Armoury, and arrive at Gdańsk's Renaissance western city gate - Bramawyżynna, enter the Prison Tower (Katownia) and climb up to overlook the old town. After passing through the Golden Gate (Brama Złota), you will see the Gothic tower of the Town Hall (Museum of Gdańsk-Main Town Hall) and reach the landmark of Gdańsk’s patron saint - the Fountain of Neptune (Fontanna Neptuna). Follow the crowd across the Long Square and continue to visit the Church of the Virgin Mary (Bazylika Mariacka), the largest brick Gothic church in Europe. Climb to the top of the tower (409 steps) to overlook the beautiful cityscape of Gdansk, and then walk into the artistic Amber Street (Ulica Mariacka) next to the church to appreciate various amber ornaments. Come to the banks of the Motlawa River and admire the scenery of Gdansk's seaside buildings. Along the banks of the Motlawa River, you can find a movable bridge, Kładka obrotowa św. Ducha, connecting the island. Every half an hour, the bridge will move from the middle of the river to the land to allow pedestrians to pass, which is also very interesting. #AprilGoodDestinations2025