St. Florian's Cathedral

St. Florian's Cathedral is a brick building in Warsaw's Praga-Północ district, distinguished by two tall towers topped with spires and walls displaying pointed arches throughout. The structure combines thick masonry with openings for windows and doors, creating a solid silhouette visible from nearby streets.

Construction began in 1888 following designs that brought this Neo-Gothic style to Warsaw's skyline. After suffering severe damage during World War II, the building underwent restoration work that continued into the 1970s to return it to active use.

The cathedral carries the name of Saint Florian, a Roman soldier venerated as a protector against fire and floods. Inside, visitors encounter religious artworks and statues that reflect the devotion of the people who built and maintained this place.

The interior is open for visitors during daylight hours, and the easiest approach is from the street level where the main entrance provides direct access. Consider visiting on a weekday morning if you prefer fewer people inside.

The cathedral's survival of wartime destruction is less about the building itself than about the community that chose to rebuild it despite enormous losses across the city. Walking through the restored interior today, you walk through a space shaped by that collective decision to continue.

Location: Warsaw

Inception: 1897

Architects: Józef Pius Dziekoński

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Height: 75 m

Made from material: brick

Website: http://katedra-floriana.waw.pl

GPS coordinates: 52.25170,21.03080

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20