Parish Church of St. Stanislaus (Poznań Fara)

Church in Poznań

A View Over The Fara Church From Kolegiacki Square. Poznań, Poland

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The Poznań Fara, also known as the Parish Church of St. Stanislaus, is a splendid Baroque masterpiece situated just steps from the Old Market Square in Poznań’s historic core. Constructed between 1651 and 1701, the church was designed by prominent Jesuit architects including Tomasz Poncino, Bartłomiej Nataniel Wąsowski, and Giovanni Catenazzi. Originally built as a Jesuit temple, it became the city’s parish church in 1798 after the dissolution of the order. Famous for its richly polychrome pink façade, twin low towers, and statues of saints, the exterior is a compelling architectural statement in Poznań.

Step inside, and the interior immediately impresses with its monumental scale: 55 m long, 34 m wide, and 27 m high, supported by 16 artificial marble columns topped with sculptures of the apostles. The grand high altar, conceived by Pompeo Ferrari, features Szymon Czechowicz’s celebrated painting depicting St. Stanislaus resurrecting Piotrowin. Baroque polychromy by Karol Dankwart, stuccowork by Wojciech Bianco, and illusionistic dome paintings by Stanisław Wróblewski add layers of artistic depth.

An outstanding feature of the Fara is its organ, built in 1876 by the famed Friedrich Ladegast of Weissenfels. With over 2,579 pipes (up to six meters long), it remains one of Europe’s premier instruments. Every Saturday at 12:15 PM (and daily during summer), the church hosts free organ recitals. These performances are followed by guided tours of the underground crypts and cellars—unique spaces open to the public. Admission is around 1 €, with guided tour options priced between 1–5 € depending on depth.

Silently overlooking the Old Town, Poznań Fara combines artistic splendor, spiritual devotion, and architectural drama, making it a highlight of any walking tour in the city. Its grandeur and musical heritage—especially during the organ concerts and tours—offer visitors a moment of calm beauty in the vibrant, historic heart of Poznań.

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