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YOUR INVITATION TO ADVENTURE

What makes an experience extraordinary? How about a walk with a private guide through the most beautiful corners of the Hanseatic Old Town of Gdańsk, or maybe a trip through the Tri-City, to the most famous resort of Sopot with the longest wooden pier, and then to Gdynia to admire the beautiful sailing ship "Dar Pomorza"? Or maybe you are more interested in the nature and wonderful landscapes of Kashubian Switzerland, the shifting dunes of Słowiński Park and the wonder of technology, i.e. a cruise on the Ostróda-Elbląg Canal. We’ll give you exclusive access to once-in-a-lifetime adventures in the Poland’s most captivating locales, only with Podewils Hotel.

 

OLD TOWN GDANSK

Time: 3 hours

Gdansk’s past as the richest Polish port city has given it the present day status a favorite tourist destination in Poland.
Meet your local guide at the Hotel, then visit Gdansk Old Town on foot: medieval XVc. Crane in ancient harbor, Long Market Square with Artus Court and Neptune’s Fountain, Town Hall / interior optional /, Green Gate, Golden Gate, Prison Tower, Great Arsenal, impressive brick church of St. Mary with mysterious astronomical clock / entrance included /, lovely Mariacka Lane with its terraces and amber shops, Great Mill, Jan Hevelius Monument - astronomer and brewer, St. Bridget's church with Amber Altar - unique of its kind in the world. Amber Museum / optional /.

 

1 DAY – 3 CITIES (Gdańsk-Sopot-Gdynia)

Time: 8 hours

Gothic, Art Nouveau, Modernism:
History, Entertainment, and Marine Tradition –  this is the fantastic mix you can find in the Tricity area, and which guarantees an unforgettable adventure.

This tour is for those who have limited time, but a great desire to see all the most important monuments and places of Tricity. During this one day tour, we will show you the restored (after World War II)  center of Gdansk. The main Long Street with beautiful houses, bars and cafes, and the fountain of Neptune, , the “amber” Mary’s Street, the Crane, and the Island of Granaries. In Sopot we will visit the “Monciak Street” – the most famous promenade in Poland and the Spa Square with its modern Haffner Center where you can feel the atmosphere of the Baltic Sea resort. Walking around the longest wooden pier in Europe will also provide an unforgettable experience. At the end of the visit, you will go to Gdynia to see “Lightning” battleship and  the frigate “Gift of Pomerania” which is a reminder of the rich marine history of the Polish Navy as well as it shipbuilding tradition.

MALBORK CASTLE

Time: 5 hours

Discover the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork, one of the greatest monuments in Poland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the history of the Teutonic Order and explore one of the largest gothic castle in the world.

Highlights:

    Visit Malbork Castle, the largest brick castle in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
    See one of the most beautiful and significant monuments in Poland
    Learn about the history of the Teutonic Order and life in the Middle Ages
    Admire the gorgeous jewelry in the Amber Museum located inside the castle

On this 5-hour tour, a qualified guide will share with you the most interesting stories relating to Malbork Castle. The tour includes sightseeing the 14th-century Palace of the Grand Master, which at one time was the residence of the so-called Grand Master of the Teutonic Order, visiting St. Mary’s Church, watching the castle’s various permanent and temporary exhibitions like collection of weaponry, armor, flags and enormous Amber Museum.
In 1274, over 40 years after the Prussian conquests, the Teutonic Order started building Malbork Castle. It had gradually become the most important edifice for the Teutonic Knights – it was the headquarters of the Teutonic Master, and hence the capital of the entire Teutonic State.
Malbork Castle, beautifully situated by the Nogat river, is currently considered to be the largest gothic castle in Europe and an example of the medieval defense architecture. In 1997 it was added to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list, and it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and significant monuments in Poland.

Kashubian Switzerland

Time: 7 hours

Learn about the historical and cultural significance of the Kashubian Switzerland region on a full-day tour from Gdansk. Admire the lush forests and beautiful lakes of the region. You will also get to see the region’s rolling hills that were formed by glaciers. Apart from the breathtaking views, the Kashubia region boasts strong traditions that are still cultivated today, as well as a unique language and a delicious cuisine.

In Zukowo, check out the historic 12th-century Norbertine Nunnery building. In Chmielno, visit The Museum of Kashubian Pottery where pottery is decorated with a characteristic kashubian motifs. More attractions await in Szymbark, where you can learn how to sing Kashubian songs. Discover the longest wooden board in the world, see a the “upside down” house and visit the Siberia Exiles Home.

To round off the trip, visit the observation point on the Wiezyca Hill, which stands at the highest point on the Middle Europe Plateau. See the sunset from the hill before beginning the journey back to Gdansk.

ELBLĄG CANAL

Time: 6 hours

We invite you to a tour by Elbląg-Ostródzki canal, which is unique in the whole world monument of hydro-engineering, recognized as a historical monument and one of the 7 wonders of the Poland. The tour starts at Buczyniec and will be led by the four inclined planes, which will drag up uphill or drain down boat by the water-powered hoists special system. During the 2h tour we beat 9.6 km disnance, where the difference in level is 99.5 meters.

Highlights:
– See unique in the whole world monument of hydro-engineering
– Experience one of the 7 wonders of Poland
– Check how it`s possible to sail on the grasswie

Itinerary:
Meeting with guide and departure to Buczyniec.
Boat cruise on the canal by four inclined planes ( Buczyniec, Olesnica, Jablonki, Jelenie )
Finish a boat tour in Jelenie and transport to Elblag
Coffee break and free time in Elblag
Driving back to Gdansk and finish a tour

History:
The canal was designed in 1825–44 by Georg Steenke and construction began in 1844. The difference in height over a 9.5 kilometres section of the route between the lakes was too great for building traditional locks; an ingenious system of inclined planes based on those used on the Morris Canal was employed instead, though the canal includes a few locks as well. There were originally four inclined planes with a fifth added later, replacing five wooden locks. Built under the name Oberländischer Kanal (Upper land Canal) and situated in the Kingdom of Prussia, it was opened on the 29 October 1860.[2] Since 1945 the canal is now in Poland. After wartime damage was repaired, it was restored to operation in 1948 and is now used for tourism.

SLOWINSKI NATIONAL PARK - moving dunes

Time: 7 hours

Slowinski National Park is one of the 23 national parks in Poland and one of the only two seaside parks. This national park was formed to preserve the beauty of the eco-system; the unchanged sea lakes (Lebsko and Gardno ), swamps, forests, and especially the unique moving dunes. The environmentalists value the qualities of the Slowinski National Park and have placed it on the  international lists of protected areas such as: HELCOMBSPA, World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, or wetland Ramsar. Areas of the Slowinski National Park were used by the German army during the WWII as a large rocket experimental polygon and a place to train the Africa Corps.

Highlights:

  •     Travel to the Slowinski National Park and expirience the beautiful moving dunes
  •     Climb up the Lacka Dune (42 m) on the only “desert” in Poland
  •     Use the tourist boat to swim on the picturesque Leba lake

GDAŃSK BY BIKE

Time: 4-5 hours

Come with us on a bicycle tour to the innermost corners of Gdansk, places that are even unknown to the Gdansk inhabitants. We will start the trip from your hotel and head towards the beautiful coastal bicycle path. On the way, we will visit the Gdańsk Shipyard – the place where Solidarity movement was born and where shipbuilding is still continued. After that we will cycle next to the amber stadium and we will visit the old harbor district, where nineteen century tenement houses have been preserved. When we get to Brzeźno, we will pass through a quiet and peaceful seaside park and stop at the pier where we will admire the panorama of the entire bay of Gdansk. The big attraction will also be a ride through one of the largest housing estates in communist Poland, which is inhabited by about 35 thousand people and where the world’s largest gallery of murals is located. On the way back we will stop at the monument and the house of Gunter Grass and we will cross the historic working district of Lower Wrzeszcz. Our professional guides will share with you interesting stories and less known facts about Gdańsk. Our riding pace will be adjusted to your comfortable riding pace and will find time to relax.

OLD TOWN BY KAYAK

Time: 1,5 - 2 hours

The Motława River – the most valuable treasure of Gdansk. It was the river that made it possible for the city to grow wealthy, it protected the city against the invaders, it was the heart of Gdansk. Today, although forgotten a bit, it has not stopped to be interesting… A short canoeing  with a guide will make it possible for you to appreciate its values, learn about the important role it played in the past and discover Gdansk – the Main City from a different prospective.

Route:
Stara Motława (the old Motława)
Nowa Motława (the new Motłwa)
Stępka Canal
Przeróbka
Długie Pobrzeże (The Motława River bank)
Stara Motława (the old Motława)

Rooms

STANDARD Single room
from 420PLN /night
from 420PLN /night

Standard room on the Street side, overlooking the Szafarnia.  

Room details

STANDARD Single room

  • Size: 18m2
  • Max: 1
STANDARD Double/Twin room
from 310PLN /night
from 310PLN /night

Standard room is located on the Street side - overlooking the Szafarnia.

Room details

STANDARD Double/Twin room

  • Size: 20m2
  • Max: 2
DELUXE Single room
from 460PLN /night
from 460PLN /night

Deluxe room - located on the river canal side, overlooking the Ołowianka Island

Room details

DELUXE Single room

  • Size: 20m2
  • Max: 1
DELUXE  Double room River Side
from 560PLN /night
from 560PLN /night

The deluxe room is located on the river canal side with a view of the Ołowianka Island and the AmberSky viewing wheel. The room is very quiet.Double bed ...

Room details

DELUXE Double room River Side

  • Size: 20m2
  • Max: 2
PREMIUM DELUXE Double room with View over the Old Town & Motława River
from 480PLN /night
from 480PLN /night

Double DELUXE PREMIUM VIEW room with the amazing view over the Motława River and Old Town. King size bed.

Room details

PREMIUM DELUXE Double room with View over the Old Town & Motława River

  • Size: 25m2
  • Max: 2
GRAND DELUXE double room with View over the Old Town, Yacht Marina & Motława River
from 560PLN /night
from 560PLN /night

Grand Deluxe room has a magnificent view of the Old Town, the historic Gdansk Crane and marina.

Room details

GRAND DELUXE double room with View over the Old Town, Yacht Marina & Motława River

  • Size: 35m2
  • Max: 2

ul. Szafarnia 2
80-755 Gdańsk, Polska

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