After leaving Posnan we drove to Torun.   The town is situated on the Vistula river and there are remnants of a town wall and a fortifications.  Birthplace of the great astronomer Copernicus.  Also, the Teutonic Knights.  The town dates back to the 11^th century. The Old Town boasts a large number of sights, mostly dating from the Middle Ages, such as St Mary's Church erected by the Franciscians in the 13^th century, the Cathedral of St John and the Town Hall. 


The panorama of the historical quarter as seen from the left bank of the river or the bridge, especially when illuminated in the evenings, is really stunning.


Undamaged by WW2 the town has been added to the UNESCO world heritage list.  It is also famous for it’s gingerbread.  There are many shops selling gingerbread and there is a gingerbread walk of fame.

Town Hall Torun