Discover Prusice

• The town hall combines Gothic features and volute gables with a Renaissance renovation following a fire in 1529.
• The Renaissance tower is 39 meters high, with 142 steps leading to the top. Entry is currently not possible for technical reasons.
• The Baroque tomb chapel of Count Melchior von Hatzfeld is located in the Parish Church of St. James the Apostle.
• The St. Jadwiga Stone on Aleja Lipowa is a granite erratic boulder with two depressions associated with a legend.
• The Dni Prusic takes place regularly in summer, and the Easter Market is held every year at Easter; both events are held in the market square.

Different building phases come together at the town hall. Its Gothic features and volute gables date from the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries. After a fire in 1529, the building was renovated in the Renaissance style. Architecture enthusiasts can thus see two historical influences in a single building: the earlier design and the changes made after the fire.

The tower is also a striking feature of this town hall: it is 39 meters high, and 142 steps lead to the top. From there, you can enjoy a panorama of the town and its surroundings. However, for your planning, it is important to note that entry to the tower is currently not possible for technical reasons. You can therefore consider the tower's height and the number of steps as architectural details, not as an opportunity to enjoy the view at present.

The Baroque tomb chapel of Count Melchior von Hatzfeld is located in the Parish Church of St. James the Apostle. It is considered one of the finest examples of the “Golden Baroque” of the 17th century in Poland. This distinction makes the chapel a subject in its own right, alongside the history of the town hall: here, the focus is on Baroque religious art.

Another very specific detail can be found at the St. Jadwiga Stone, a granite erratic boulder on Aleja Lipowa. One depression measures 10 × 17 centimeters and is 3 to 8 centimeters deep; its shape resembles a footprint. Next to it is an irregular depression with a diameter of 2.5 centimeters. According to legend, the marks were made by St. Jadwiga and her dog's paw. The depressions themselves are visible; their interpretation belongs to the legend.

The Dni Prusic is a recurring summer event held in the market square. Its program includes cultural and sporting activities, dance events, performances by local groups, and concerts by popular artists. The event therefore spans everything from sports and cultural activities to music. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the specific event dates in advance.

The Easter Market is also held in the market square every year at Easter. It offers a different seasonal option from the summer Dni Prusic: for initial planning, you can decide whether you are considering a visit at Easter or in summer. Check the specific dates before your trip if one of these events is a key factor in your decision.

When looking for accommodation, you can first consider whether you are choosing Prusice mainly for its architectural and art history or for a recurring event date. The cultural highlights described here should be distinguished from the seasonal festivals: one is part of the place's identity, while the other takes place at a particular time of year. Uraz, Zawonia, Pierwoszów, Świątniki, Osolin, Psary, Wisznia Mała and Oborniki Śląskie are other destinations to discover.

What is historically notable about the Prusice town hall?

It has Gothic features and volute gables from the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries. After the fire of 1529, it was renovated in the Renaissance style.

Can I climb the town hall tower at the moment?

No. Entry to the 39-meter-high Renaissance tower is currently not possible for technical reasons.

When are the Dni Prusic and the Easter Market held?

The Dni Prusic is a recurring summer event; the Easter Market is held every year at Easter. Check the specific dates in advance if you would like to plan your visit around either event.

For the broader travel overview: Trzebnicki.