Poznan

Overview

Poznan (Posen). Located by the Warta River it is one of the oldest cities in Poland ,making it an important historical center. Poznan's impressive cathedral is the earliest church in the country, containing the tombs of the first Polish rulers: duke Mieszko I, king Boleslaw the Brave, king Mieszko II, dupe Casimir I the Restorel, duke Przemyslaw I and king Przemyslaw II. Today the city is a vibrant center for trade, industry, and education. Pozna� is Poland's 5th largest city and 4th biggest industrial center. It is also the administrative capital of the Greater Poland Voivodship.

It's is also a place which is popular with Steam Railway enthusiasts as there are regular steam services to Wolsztyn at 72 kms SW of Poznan.  More information in Steam Train Spotting in the Things to do section.

History