Discover Zgierz: Weavers’ Houses, Culture and Routes

• The “Miasto Tkaczy” Cultural Park preserves around 30 weavers’ houses in a unique urban layout dating from the 1820s.
• The Muzeum Miasta Zgierza is housed in “Dom pod lwami,” a building dating from 1828.
• Hiking routes are listed at approximately 9 and 16 kilometres; two circular cycling routes cover 40 and 43 kilometres respectively.
• Miejski Park named after Tadeusz Kościuszko is home to a pond with an island and the Marina–Przystań Zgierz.

The “Miasto Tkaczy” Cultural Park brings the historic urban layout to life with around 30 surviving weavers’ houses. The Zgierska Pracownia Tkacka is located in a weavers’ house, as is the exhibition “Dziecięcy świat, zabawki z dawnych lat.” This brings together the theme of a traditional craft and a look at toys from earlier times in one place. Educational activities for children and young people from Zgierz are regularly held there; this audience is specifically mentioned.

The Cultural Park also offers walks, workshops, exhibitions and local events. If you are interested in a workshop or event, check the dates and participation requirements in advance. The city museum adds to this picture: it is located in “Dom pod lwami,” built in 1828. Its collections cover the history and present-day life of the city and Zgierz County, and include history, archaeology, ethnography, art and numismatics.

The historic urban layout of Nowe Miasto is another distinctive feature of Zgierz. The town hall was built between 1846 and 1847 in the Empire style, completing the historic urban axis of Długa Street. St. Catherine’s Church was built between 1910 and 1920 in the Neo-Gothic style, to a design by engineer S. Lemene. Its historic artworks include pieces dating back as far as the 17th century.

There are hiking routes of different lengths to choose from. The blue Zgierz–Lućmierz route is about 16 kilometres long and leads to memorial sites commemorating the martyrdom of Poles. The green Zgierz–Ciosny Nature Reserve route is about 9 kilometres long, with the reserve as its destination. The two routes therefore differ in both their stated length and their destination. Check local trail conditions before setting out.

Cyclists can also compare specific route lengths: the Zgierz–Kębliny–Dzierżązna–Zgierz route is 40 kilometres long, while the Zgierz–Gieczno–Rosanów–Zgierz route is 43 kilometres. On a larger scale, the blue-marked “W centrum Polski” cycling route runs for more than 300 kilometres through Kutno, Łęczyca and Zgierz counties, as well as the city of Łódź; Zgierz is one of its points. Check the route descriptions before setting off on a ride.

Miejski Park named after Tadeusz Kościuszko is a popular spot for Sunday walks and has a picturesque pond with an island. At the city pond, Marina–Przystań Zgierz rents out pedal boats and kayaks. The rental service is seasonal and may change, so check what is available before your visit.

If you want to explore Zgierz beyond its individual attractions, there are more notable sites linked to the city’s history. The Pomnik Stu Straconych monument stands at the site where 100 Poles were executed on 20 March 1942; it was unveiled in 1969. Łaźnia Miejska opened in February 1929 and has an indoor swimming pool measuring 10 × 17 metres. Check separately whether access is possible before visiting.

When looking for a hotel in Zgierz, you can start by deciding what matters most: would you mainly like to see the weavers’ houses, the city museum and historic buildings, or are you planning longer walks and cycling trips? Tram line 45 runs from Zgierz to Łódź. If this connection is important to your plans, check the current timetable before travelling. Compare specific accommodations based on their actual location and the details of their respective offers.

Discover more destinations: Głowno, Ozorków, Skórka, Zgierz, Aleksandrów Łódzki, Stryków, Leźnica Wielka, Sokolniki-Parcela, Lućmierz-Las, Rąbień, Smardzew, Sokolniki.

How long are the hiking routes from Zgierz?

The blue Zgierz–Lućmierz route is about 16 kilometres long. The green route to the “Ciosny” Nature Reserve is about 9 kilometres long.

What is inside the weavers’ house?

It houses the Zgierska Pracownia Tkacka and the exhibition “Dziecięcy świat, zabawki z dawnych lat.” The weavers’ house also regularly hosts educational activities for children and young people from Zgierz.

What is known about Łaźnia Miejska?

Łaźnia Miejska opened in February 1929 and has an indoor swimming pool measuring 10 × 17 metres. Check separately whether access is possible before visiting.

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