Golden Chapel

The Golden Chapel is a sanctuary within Poznań Cathedral that features gilded detailing and elaborate wall paintings throughout. The interior contains a richly designed altar and ceiling frescoes that visitors can observe in full when entering the space.

The chapel developed as part of the cathedral, whose origins trace to the 10th century and underwent multiple reconstructions over time. It has served as a burial place for archbishops since its creation, shaping religious practice in the region.

The chapel blends Gothic and Baroque design elements visible in its decoration and layout. Visitors experience it as a space that shaped religious architectural practice in Poland.

Visitors reach the chapel through guided tours of the cathedral that run regularly and offer insights into architectural features. It helps to wear comfortable shoes since you walk through several rooms to explore this location.

The chapel sits on Ostrów Tumski island, a place deeply tied to Poland's early statehood where the first rulers established their power base. This river island setting gives the chapel a significance that extends beyond its religious role.

Location: Poznań

Architects: Franciszek Maria Lanci

GPS coordinates: 52.41171,16.94921

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:56