Home of Copernicus, and a prominent trade centre in the middle ages, Torun is well preserved and a UNESCO World Heritage Site attracting tourists from around the world. There is a great number of things to see, whether you are interested in history, astronomy, architecture, society or just enjoy visiting beautiful cities, you will not be disappointed. Tours of the city and meetings with special interest groups can be organized in line with your particular interests.

Toruń has one of the best preserved gothic residential complexes in northern Europe, with many tenement houses retaining their original interior arrangement, 13th and 14th century cathedrals include the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, the Parish Church of St. Jacob and St. John's Cathedral. The Ratusz or town hall, now a museum, dates back to the 13th century, and later was used at times by Polish sejm or parliament.

The town was often at the heart of territorial disputes, and at various times was under the control of the Teutonic Order, Prussia, Germany, Russia and Sweden.

Entertainment evenings including concerts and events are included.

Cost : £210 per person for the week with accommodation.

Does not include travel from UK.

canoeing and fishing | horse riding holiday | historic Toruń | art class
astronomy | body tattoo | weekend break | chill out & rave
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