Polish News Translated – Poznań, August 25

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This is about the Poznań Palm House.

" The end of the summer holidays is the last chance to visit the Poznań Palm House before its major transformation. Caring for the exotic plants will be a priority during the work, and the entire project was consulted with the conservator. We will also take care of the surrounding area, as the contractor will be tasked with revitalizing the greenery around the facility using solutions that promote water retention. The Palm House, along with the entire Wilson Park, constitutes cultural heritage, so we are simultaneously preparing for further investments in the area. Modernization of the historic bandshell and fountain is scheduled to begin soon, " announces Natalia Weremczuk, Deputy Mayor of Poznań.

The Poznań Palm House is open from Tuesday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last admission at 4:00 p.m.) and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (last admission at 5:00 p.m.).

The 14th edition of the Poznań Fortress Days will take place on the last weekend of the summer holidays, August 29 and 30.

Poznań Fortress Days is an event promoting the city's history and its numerous military architecture. Due to its strategic location, Poznań has been a site of military operations for centuries, and has been conquered and defended numerous times.

Numerous fortifications have survived to this day, including medieval walls, 19th-century Prussian forts, and bunkers from World War II and the post-war period. As part of the event, participants will have the opportunity to visit over 20 Poznań fortresses, bunkers, and other sites related to the city's military history. Those interested can enjoy guided tours, historical walks, exhibitions, presentations of military equipment and weapons, and a field game.

"Events include guided tours of fortifications, underground areas, bunkers, and crevices. Flashlight tours, presentations of temporary exhibitions, and historical walks are also planned. There will also be displays of military equipment and weapons, as well as presentations of formations from various eras. The program also includes a military vehicle ride. The event will also feature buildings that are not always associated with the military past. One example is the former barracks that have been converted into office buildings, " city officials inform.

Poznań Fortress Days is an event for history and architecture enthusiasts, as well as families with children. The program includes attractions for children and an outdoor game. Admission to most sites is free, and in selected locations, you can make a voluntary donation for their renovation. A detailed program is available on the Visit Poznań website.

On Saturday, August 29, trams will return to the renovated tracks on Królowej Jadwigi Street in Poznań. On the same day, renovation work on Dąbrowskiego Street and maintenance work in the tram tunnel to Franowo will be completed. At the same time, work will begin at tram stops on Roosevelta Street, which will lead to changes to several tram routes.

Trams Return to Królowej Jadwigi Street

Ten months after construction began on the new tram route along Ratajczaka Street, trams will once again run along Królowej Jadwigi Street from the Wierzbięcice junction towards Rondo Rataje. Thanks to the acceleration of the construction work, the route will reopen earlier than originally planned.

Tram lines 6, 12 and 18 will return to their regular routes and will no longer use the detour through Wierzbięcice and Górna Wilda streets. From Most Dworcowy, the trams will travel directly through the Wierzbięcice stops on Matyi Street and then continue along Królowej Jadwigi Street towards Rondo Rataje. Line 10 will remain on Wierzbięcice Street as part of its regular route.

The reopening will also make driving easier. Between Przemysłowa Street and the Novotel hotel, traffic will once again use both carriageways, with two lanes in each direction. Drivers will be able to use the renovated road surface. However, due to ongoing construction work, left turns will not yet be possible throughout the entire intersection of Wierzbięcice, Królowej Jadwigi, Niezłomnych and Matyi streets.

The renovation included not only the tram tracks on Królowej Jadwigi Street but also improvements to the Wierzbięcice junction. A complex system of tracks and switches known as a “full star” has been created. It will eventually allow trams to travel in all possible directions through the junction.

Green tram tracks covered with sedum have also been introduced on parts of the route. Sedum is a drought-resistant plant that requires little water and is well suited to Poznań's tram infrastructure. It has been planted on Matyi Street between Przemysłowa Street and the Wierzbięcice stop, as well as on Królowej Jadwigi Street between the junction and the Novotel.

The tram stops have received new platforms, although some shelters and other elements of street furniture will be installed later because construction work is still continuing in the area. The temporary tram stop near the petrol station on Wierzbięcice Street will also be removed.

On August 29, trams will also return to Dąbrowskiego Street and the route to Franowo. After the track renovation is completed, lines 2, 8 and 18 will once again run along Dąbrowskiego Street. Lines 1, 16 and 18 will also return to Franowo.

Following the summer break, tram lines 19 and 97 will resume operation. Because trams will return to Franowo, the replacement bus service T1 will be discontinued, while bus line 425 will return to its regular route and once again serve Franowo. Bus lines 156 and 186 will also return to serving Ogrody following the reopening of the tram route along Dąbrowskiego Street.

However, not all changes will mean a return to the previous transport network. On August 29, work will begin on replacing switches on the northern side of the Kaponiera junction and on the southern side of the Most Teatralny junction. Platform kerbs at the Rondo Kaponiera and Most Teatralny stops will also be renovated.

As a result, tram traffic will be suspended on the section of Roosevelta Street between the Rondo Kaponiera stop and Dąbrowskiego Street. The work is scheduled to continue until September 25.

The changes will affect tram lines 3, 10, 11 and 15. These trams will use detours via streets including Fredry, Gwarna, Św. Marcin, Dąbrowskiego, Kraszewskiego, Zwierzyniecka, Głogowska and the lower section of the Poznań Fast Tram route.

From August 29, public transport in Poznań will become easier in several important areas. Trams will return to Królowej Jadwigi Street, Dąbrowskiego Street and the route to Franowo. This will shorten some detours and restore direct connections.

At the same time, passengers travelling through the city centre should be prepared for new changes caused by the renovation work on Roosevelta Street. In particular, passengers using tram lines 3, 10, 11 and 15 should check their routes before travelling.

Drivers and pedestrians should also remain cautious around the Wierzbięcice junction and follow the temporary traffic signs, as some construction work will continue in the area.

On Saturday, September 5th, the City Harvest Festival and Bread Festival will take place in Wilson Park. The program includes a solemn mass, a colorful harvest festival procession, a traditional ritual, artistic performances, workshops, and attractions for children. Attendees will also enjoy Poznań's "szneka" (a traditional Polish folk dance) with a glance.

The Municipal Harvest Festival and Bread Festival will take place on September 5th in Wilson Park. The event will be an opportunity to celebrate the end of the harvest, give thanks for the harvested crops and the work of farmers. There will also be elements related to local traditions and culture.

The celebrations will begin at 1:00 p.m. with a solemn Mass at the Church of St. Michael the Archangel on Stolarska Street.

The procession will move to Wilson Park

At 2:00 PM, the harvest festival procession will depart from the church. It will be led by the Poznań City Orchestra and the Poznań Folk Dance Ensemble of the University of Physical Education. Participants will march through the city streets to Wilson Park.

The organizers of the Municipal Harvest Festival and the Bread Festival, the Starost and Starostess of the Harvest Festival, banner guards, delegations with harvest wreaths and invited guests will take part in the procession.

Upon arrival at Wilson Park, participants will be officially welcomed. The Poznań Folk Dance Ensemble of the University of Physical Education will then perform a traditional harvest festival ceremony.

Bread Festival with a Poznań accent

The program also includes a focus on baking and confectionery crafts. Special awards will be presented to masters of these crafts.

Participants will also be treated to a treat – szneka z glancem, a traditional Poznań sweet roll with plenty of icing.

Music, workshops and attractions for children

Wilson Park also has an artistic program and attractions for children. Performing on stage will be:

The park also features entertainment and games for children. From 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, visitors can participate in creative art and ethnobotanical workshops.

More information can be found on the event's social media page