Sandomierz Buses and Buses - Sightseeing and Monuments in Sandomierz

There are quite a few beautiful towns along the Vistula River. One of them is undoubtedly Sandomierz, which, of course, in addition to the fame of Father Matthew, has much more to offer. But let's start with the history of this breathtaking city. It is located on seven hills, which is why it is colloquially referred to as "little Rome".

The historic center, recognized in 2017 as a historical monument, is located on the left bank of the Vistula River, while the industrial part lies on the right bank, in the Sandomierz Basin.

Sandomierz Sightseeing - Sandomierz Landmarks Worth Noting

One of the first Sandomierz attractions tourists arrive at is the Opatowska Gate, one of four that used to lead into the city. In addition to it, Sandomierz could also be entered through the Zawichojska, Lubelska and Krakowska gates. Two gates also led to the city, of which the Dominican gate, known as the Needle's Ear, still exists.

In Sandomierz, it is essential to visit the Market Square, considered the most beautiful in Poland. It is surrounded on all sides by centuries-old, beautifully maintained townhouses, while in the center is the 14th century Town Hall.

Sandomierz, in addition to the impressive Old Town, also has less than half a kilometer underground, where tourists can learn about the history of the city. It was built for merchants who traded all kinds of goods in the market in the 14th and 15th centuries. Not having much space for storage, they decided to develop underground passageways and warehouses.

Over time, as Sandomierz was losing its importance, some of the passageways were filled in, as they posed a danger to the tenements standing on the surface. And it was only in the 1970s that it was decided to open them to the public. Today, 470 meters are available, consisting of long and narrow passages and 34 chambers.

Returning to the surface, it is essential to visit the Cathedral Basilica of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, where royal Barbara Jagiellonka had her baptism. The temple was repeatedly visited by Ladislaus Jagiello and it was on his initiative that the amazing frescoes were created inside.

Sandomierz is also the Royal Castle, built on the orders of Casimir the Great. Unfortunately, the only thing we can admire is one wing, which was restored in the second half of the last century. The rest of the fortress was destroyed during the Swedish Deluge.

Fans of hiking will also find something for themselves. Mention should be made, for example, of the loess gorge known as the Queen Jadwiga Gorge. It stretches for about half a kilometer. There you can admire the surprising shapes of the roots and enjoy the shade of the trees, forming a leafy umbrella over the gorge.

Bus to Sandomierz

Sandomierz is well connected, but with environmental concerns in mind we would like to suggest that it is best to visit Sandomierz by bus. The bus station in Sandomierz is located right in the center, and the city itself is not so large that moving even on foot would be problematic. Therefore, when going, for example, to Sandomierz for a weekend, it is worth considering a bus ride.