Église palatine de Stettin, Gothic church at Ducal Castle, Szczecin, Poland.
Description
The Stettin Palace Church is a house of worship featuring two prominent towers within the ducal castle of Szczecin. The interior spans three naves with multiple chapels, constructed in brick with vaulted ceilings executed in Gothic style.
History
The original structure dates to the 12th century when settlers from Bamberg established the place of worship. Over the 13th century it developed into a three-nave basilica and acquired its Gothic characteristics.
Culture
The name reflects its role as a private chapel for the ducal family, serving as a spiritual center within the castle complex. Today visitors can see how different spaces within the church marked important moments in the lives of those who ruled the region.
Practical
The building is typically open during worship services, and visitors can climb to the tower platform for views across the city. Plan time for the ascent and note that the staircase is narrow.
Did you know?
A modern musical instrument hangs visibly above the central nave and appears to float without visible supports. This technical achievement was installed using a sophisticated counterweight system that hides its construction.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Szczecin).
Ducal Castle
33 m
Virgin Tower in Szczecin
189 m
Rynek Sienny in Szczecin
251 m
Saints Peter and Paul church in Szczecin
191 m
Old City Town Hall, Szczecin
223 m
Loitz house
139 m
December 1970 Monument in Szczecin
238 m
Abraham Wichenhagen's tenement house in Szczecin
180 m
Domki Profesorskie w Szczecinie
215 m
Konstanty Maciejewicz Monument in Szczecin
210 m
Bogusław X and Anna Jagiellonian Monument in Szczecin
66 m
Tenement houses at 10, 12, 12a, 12b Kuśnierska Street in Szczecin
76 m
Former ducal stable in Szczecin
77 m
Tenement house of Stettiner General-Anzeiger in Szczecin
235 m
Stock exchange in Szczecin
209 m
Tenement house at 4-5 Piotra i Pawła Square in Szczecin
165 m
Kamienica Paula Letsche w Szczecinie
234 m
1 Mariacki Square in Szczecin
202 m
Dom, XIII/XIV
242 m
Dom, XIII/XIV
183 m
Dom, XIII/XIV
229 m
Dom, XIII/XIV
212 m
Dom, XIII/XIV
196 m
Dom, XIII/XIV
167 m
Dom, XIII/XIV
255 m
Tzw. Krużganek Mariacki (szkoła, ob. biura), 2 poł. XVI
218 m
Szkoła im. Elżbiety, ob. LO
232 m
Dom, XVI/XVII
76 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes