Mysliborz – Old Town, Culture and History

• The old town retains a medieval street plan and is roughly circular.
• Fragments of a 14th-century defensive wall are made of brick and stone.
• A branch of the Trasa Pojezierzy Zachodnich runs through Myślibórz.
• The city combines religious buildings with a ceramics workshop and regularly held outdoor events.

These landmarks offer different starting points for planning your trip: the old town reflects the city’s architectural history, while classes, events, and outdoor activities cater to other interests.

The preserved street plan provides the setting for the historic buildings. Of the medieval fortifications, the Brama Nowogródzka survives as a two-story brick gate tower. The Baszta Prochowa differs in its cylindrical shape: the tower is made of brick and stone and topped with battlements. Together with the wall fragments, the two towers illustrate different forms of defensive architecture.

The buildings also represent different periods. The late Baroque town hall was built in 1771. The Gothic parish church beside the market square dates back to the second half of the 13th century and was expanded in the 15th and 16th centuries. This means the old town has both a town hall with a clearly established date and a church built in several phases.

The former Dominican monastery complex lies on the southern edge of the old town, immediately beside the former city wall. For a culture-focused stay, the varied architectural forms and dates of construction provide several specific themes to look out for as you explore the city.

The Myśliborskie Sanktuarium Miłosierdzia Bożego is in Myślibórz and is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year. The motherhouse of the Congregation of the Sisters of Jesus of Mercy is also located in the city. These religious sites add a distinct spiritual dimension to a stay, alongside the architecture.

The Myśliborska Pracownia Ceramiczna offers classes for children, young people, and adults. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, participants learn the basics of ceramic art. This is a cultural focus in its own right, beyond visiting historic buildings. If you are interested, you can consider the classes when planning your trip.

Dni Myśliborza is a regularly held outdoor event for residents of the city and surrounding area, as well as tourists. If you would like to plan your trip around the event, check the dates before making your plans. Cycling is another way to get active: a branch of the Trasa Pojezierzy Zachodnich runs through Myślibórz. Kayak trips on Jezioro Myśliborskie and the Myśla River can be arranged through Przystań żeglarska.

Within the broader destination of Soldin, Myślibórz is in the center of the Pojezierze Myśliborskie and near the S3 expressway. Jezioro Myśliborskie is suitable for recreation and water sports.

For cyclists, two different connections are useful to know about: a branch of the Trasa Pojezierzy Zachodnich runs through Myślibórz. In addition, the broader destination of Soldin includes the completed 60-kilometer Myślibórz–Barlinek–Choszczno section. It runs mostly along paved cycle paths built on a former railway line. The first reference concerns the route through the city; the second describes a section with specific destinations and a stated distance.

Before comparing hotels, decide which themes matter most to you: the historic old town, religious culture, a ceramics class, or activities on land and water. This will help you tailor your hotel search to your own travel interests. If a regularly held event is important to your trip, take its dates into account as well.

Discover more destinations: Barnówko, Rów, Dabrowa, Zydowo, Barlinek, Parzensko, Rózansko and Nowogródek Pomorski.

What is the difference between the cycling options?

A branch of the Trasa Pojezierzy Zachodnich runs through Myślibórz. The regional Myślibórz–Barlinek–Choszczno section is 60 kilometers long, has been completed, and runs mostly along paved cycle paths on a former railway line.

Which religious sites define Myślibórz?

Myślibórz is home to the Myśliborskie Sanktuarium Miłosierdzia Bożego and the motherhouse of the Congregation of the Sisters of Jesus of Mercy. The sanctuary is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year.

Who are the ceramics classes for?

The Myśliborska Pracownia Ceramiczna offers classes for children, young people, and adults. Participants learn the basics of ceramic art under the guidance of experienced instructors.

What should you bear in mind when traveling for Dni Myśliborza?

The event is held regularly outdoors and is intended for residents of the city and surrounding area, as well as tourists. Check the dates if you would like to plan your stay around it.

Go to the broader travel overview: Soldin.