Stargard Town Hall Guide
A Civic Jewel: Admire Stargard's Town Hall Guide
Prepare to be captivated by the Stargard Town Hall, a stunning example of Gothic architecture and a focal point of the city's historic Old Town. This impressive building isn't just a place of governance; it's a work of art, a symbol of civic pride, and a testament to Stargard's rich history. Whether you're interested in architecture, history, or simply soaking up the atmosphere of a vibrant European city, the Town Hall is a must-see destination. The Stargard Town Hall's origins date back to the 13th century, with significant expansions and renovations occurring over the following centuries. Its distinctive brick facade, adorned with intricate details and towering spires, reflects the architectural trends of the Hanseatic League, of which Stargard was a prominent member. The Town Hall has served as the center of Stargard's civic life for centuries, witnessing countless important events and decisions that shaped the city's destiny. Visitors can admire the Town Hall from the outside, taking in its impressive scale and architectural details. Guided tours are sometimes available, offering insights into the building's history and its role in Stargard's governance. The surrounding Old Town Square is a lively hub of activity, with cafes, restaurants, and shops offering a taste of local life. While the Town Hall itself doesn't have a specific culinary tradition, be sure to explore the surrounding area for traditional Polish cuisine and local specialties, such as Szczecin-style paprykarz (a spiced fish paste).
Transportation
From the Stargard train station, you can take bus line 2, 5, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159, 160, 161, 162, 163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 184, 185, 186, 187, 188, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 196, 197, 198, 199, 200 to the 'Rynek Staromiejski' (Old Town Market Square) stop. It's also a short and pleasant walk from the station.