Torun – a city of Copernicus and ginger

Itinerary:     We visit Torun, a charming city picturesquely located on the Vistula River. It is famous today for its Gothic character, gingerbread and Nicolaus Copernicus who was born here in 1473. Although each historical epoch and artistic influence left their traces here, Torun is considered one of the largest and best preserved Gothic architecture residential complexes in Northern Europe and this why in 1997 it was placed on UNESCO World Heritage List. It was here where the famous astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus lived and today there is a museum dedicated to him. Another attraction of Torun is the living museum of Gingerbread. During the guided walking tour you see the medieval Market Square and Town Hall, the Gothic Cathedral of St. John, preserved city walls and numerous houses. After the tour time to relax in a local café or for gingerbread hunting!

Highlights: Torun Old Town, Main Market Square, Cathedral of St. John, Copernicus Museum

Duration: 8 h

Entrance fees: Cathedral of St. John, optionally Copernicus Museum or Ginger workshop

Photos: courtesy of  Tourist Information Centre in Torun