Where is the city of Olsztyn in Poland?
Where is the city of Olsztyn in Poland?
Olsztyn is located in the northeast part of Poland, on the Lyna River. This capital of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship is surrounded by thick forests, which account for 20% of the whole city suburban area.
Is there a free walking tour in Olsztyn?
Tour guides can be arranged, but unfortunately as yet there is no free walking tour in Olsztyn as in other Polish cities. Once inside the walls, there is so much to explore. The main Old Town Square is surrounded by bars, cafes and restaurants.
Which is the oldest religious building in Olsztyn?
A short five-minute walk from the gate will take you to Olsztyn’s oldest religious building: the magnificent Cathedral Basilica of St. James the Apostle.
What are the first impressions of Olsztyn, Poland?
The first impressions of Olsztyn may leave you little underwhelmed, as the post-war suburbs through which the visitors must first travel when entering the city are cluttered with displeasing grey buildings and factories. After reaching the city centre, however, you will discover that Olsztyn has much more to offer than the usual post-war greyness.
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It is the administrative seat of Gmina Olsztynek. It is part of the historic region of Masuria . Olsztynek is located about 28 km (17 mi) south of Olsztyn in the western part of the Masurian Lake District, where it borders on the Prussian Uplands ( Prusy Górne ), part of the Baltic Uplands .
When was Olsztynek incorporated into the Kingdom of Prussia?
Hohenstein/Olsztynek with Ducal Prussia was incorporated into the Kingdom of Prussia in 1701. In 1804 a fire destroyed 108 houses and the townhall. During the Napoleonic Wars in 1807 the Marshal of France Michel Ney stayed in Olsztynek.
What was the result of the 1914 Battle of Olsztynek?
The plebiscite resulted in 1,780 votes for Germany and 20 for Poland. In remembrance of the 1914 battle a large Tannenberg Memorial was inaugurated here on 18 September 1927, and made the place of the burial of Reich President Paul von Hindenburg on 7 August 1934.