Discover Kalisz

Kalisz combines cultural attractions with green spaces and opportunities to explore the city on foot or from the water. When planning your trip, you can start by asking which aspect interests you most: historic architecture, archaeological reconstructions, walking routes or relaxing in the park. Each attraction has its own focus and can be explored independently.

Town Hall, sanctuary and archaeology

Kalisz Town Hall was built between 1920 and 1925. Its tower is more than 50 metres high and offers views across Kalisz. The multimedia exhibition in the town hall also spans several areas: it is located in the basement rooms, in the third-floor corridor before the entrance to the tower, and on the levels of the town hall tower. It ends on an observation terrace. Those interested in the city and its history will find both exhibition spaces and views over the city as distinct aspects of the town hall.

Another destination for culture enthusiasts is the National Sanctuary of Saint Joseph. Pope Paul VI elevated it to the status of a minor basilica in 1978. The Muzeum Okręgowe Ziemi Kaliskiej, in turn, was founded to collect and permanently preserve the natural and cultural heritage of Kalisz and the Kalisz region. These two places offer different perspectives: the sanctuary represents religious heritage, while the museum preserves the natural and cultural heritage of the city and its region.

At the “Kaliski gród Piastów” Archaeological Reserve, an entrance gate with a palisade has been reconstructed. Pointed stakes and a bridge over the moat are also part of the site. Seven reconstructed residential buildings represent a saddler, a castellan, a weaver’s widow, a servant, a knight, a blacksmith and a potter. Those interested in historical ways of life can keep these different roles in mind while exploring the reserve. The cyclical outdoor programme includes the “Jarmark Archeologiczny”, held in June.

Park, walks and water

Przyjaźni Park covers more than 11 hectares and lies between Polna, Skalmierzycka and Sułkowskiego streets and Szlak Bursztynowy. Five ponds with fish and wild ducks characterise the park. The ponds are connected by dams or separated by bridges. There are also two playgrounds, an amphitheatre, sports fields, tennis courts and a street-workout area. Nature watching and a range of recreational activities sit side by side in the park; which of them matter for your stay depends on your interests.

For a walk through Kalisz, the “Szlak Ciekawej Architektury Kalisza” is a route about 5.5 kilometres long. Its approximate length can help with planning your day, but it does not indicate how long the walk will take. The Kaliski Szlak Wiewiórek combines relaxation, education and sightseeing, and invites residents and tourists to explore Kalisz actively. If you would rather see the city from the water, you can rent pedal boats, kayaks and SUP boards at Przystań Kalisz. From the Prosna, you get another perspective on Kalisz.

Getting your bearings and other places

The official Kalisz Tourist Information office is at Główny Rynek 20, 62-800 Kalisz.

Other places in this destination: Kalisz, Nowa Plewnia, Tłokinia Kościelna, Pawłówek, Borek, Wolica, Szałe, Dębniałki, Blizanów, Staw and Żelazków.

For the wider travel overview: Greater Poland.