Katedra Oliwska
Catholic cathedral · Gdansk ·

Katedra Oliwska

Catholic cathedral · Gdansk ·

Rococo organ performances with angels, bells, and trumpets

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Katedra Oliwska by Photo courtesy of Visit Gdansk
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Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null
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Katedra Oliwska by null
Katedra Oliwska by null

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Biskupa Edmunda Nowickiego 5, 80-300 Gdańsk, Poland Get directions

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Biskupa Edmunda Nowickiego 5, 80-300 Gdańsk, Poland Get directions

+48 58 552 47 65
archikatedraoliwa.pl

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Nov 28, 2025

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"Northwest of the Old Town in the Gdańsk-Oliwa district stands a magnificent cathedral founded in the 13th century by Cistercian monks. Go inside and you’ll discover the world-famous Rococo organ, designed by Johann Wilhelm Wuff (also known as Brother Michael), constructed from 1763 to 1788 and further improved upon by organ masters over the next several centuries. Today it includes 96 registers, more than 6,000 pipes, five manuals, a pedal, and, when a special mechanism is activated, gilded wooden angels that ring bells and blow trumpets. Decorated with a wooden star climbing toward a wooden sky, it’s a spectacle to behold. Stick around for a demonstration, given several times a day to immerse cathedral visitors in the organ’s deep, clear sound."

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Katedra Oliwska

Vadym

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A must-see gem in Gdańsk – simply wow. Katedra Oliwska left us absolutely speechless. If you're in Gdańsk, this is one place you won’t want to miss. We visited on a Saturday and were lucky enough to hear the majestic organ performances at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM — 20 minutes of pure awe. The sound filled the cathedral and gave us goosebumps. Honestly, it reminded me of the feeling I had standing at the edge of the Grand Canyon — powerful and humbling. 🎶 The organ experience alone makes this a once-in-a-lifetime visit. ✨ Details to know: Free entry, with optional donation (you can use the card machine inside if you don’t have cash). Plenty of space to explore, reflect, or pray. Restrooms nearby (3 PLN per person). A souvenir shop is just outside the entrance. After your visit, take a stroll in the stunning park next to the cathedral — it's free and just as peaceful. This visit was a highlight of our trip. Both the cathedral and the park left a lasting impression. Highly recommended!

Lili Fitz

Google
I have visited many religious buildings in different countries, but this church exceeded all my expectations. I have never seen anything so beautiful and majestic. We attended the Sunday service, and the sound of the organ gave me goosebumps. I took over a hundred photos because every corner of this place is a true work of art.

Діана Чебераха

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An incredibly atmospheric cathedral surrounded by the peaceful Oliwa Park! You can truly feel the greatness of this place

Kristian Steen

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Breathtaking cathedral. Absolute must see if you are nearby

Linda Suskie

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This lovely cathedral dates to the 1200s. The interior is far more impressive than the exterior. Many beautiful details in every corner.

Tamim Bakshi

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This is actually a very big church with different rooms inside with different places of worship. I visit the organ concert on Sundays and they also have many other days where they have this concert on it is for free, but if you would like to make a donation it is most welcome. This church has a very huge history of hundreds of years and the organs that they are using for music is also very old and they have this tradition of organ concert from a very, very long time. It is good for you to listen to the vibrations coming out of these instruments, which is good for your health.

Didem Çiçekçi

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A very beautiful cathedral with impressive architecture and charming interior decoration surrounded by a beautiful park.

Solarman Fractalman

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If You in Tri-Cities must see & attend Organ concert, sound is incredible, when they play whole Church shakes