Siedlce

Siedlce is a residential district in western Gdańsk that connects to the city center via Kartuska Street, serving as a gateway between downtown and outlying areas. The neighborhood consists of apartment blocks, single-family homes, and local shops arranged along its main roads and side streets.

The name derives from the Old Slavic word 'siodlo' and reflects the settlement's early origins in the region. A major turning point came when the original village was destroyed by Teutonic Knights during conflicts in the mid-15th century.

Two Roman Catholic parishes serve the area, one based in a neo-Gothic church built in 1906 that was later protected as a monument. The church remains a focal point for the local community and marks the religious identity of the neighborhood.

Trams and buses connect the area directly to downtown Gdańsk via Kartuska Street, which serves as the main transport route through the neighborhood. Walking is the best way to explore since most places are easily reachable and the streets are well-serviced by public transport.

In the Boropot area, residents join ceramics painting workshops that keep traditional craft practices alive within this modern urban setting. These craft activities give the neighborhood a special character that sets it apart from typical city districts.

Location: Gdańsk

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Shares border with: Śródmieście, Chełm, Wzgórze Mickiewicza, Ujeścisko-Łostowice, Piecki-Migowo, Suchanino, Aniołki

Website: http://radasiedlce.pl

GPS coordinates: 54.34710,18.61710

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:21