This summer’s most spectacular historical show has landed in Murowana Goślina. “Orzeł i Krzyż” (Eagle and Cross) spans 1,000 years of Polish history, featuring over 300 volunteer actors, dazzling lights, projections, pyrotechnics—and a staropolska biesiada (Old Polish feast) before each performance. With tickets already in high demand, this is one cultural experience you won’t want to miss.
A Monumental Season Launch
The Orzeł i Krzyż 2025 season officially kicked off across two premiere nights—June 20–21—with more than 4,000 spectators from cities like Poznań, Gdynia, Wrocław, and Zamość gathered beneath the floodlit sky.
Aleteia reported that:
over four thousand people filled the stands… not a mere reenactment, but a journey through our homeland’s history told through visuals, music, and passionate volunteer performances.
Park Dzieje’s (Park of Histories) Marta Mleczko, director of the Cultural Centre, reflected:
Each premiere is deeply moving… that’s when all our collective work truly makes sense.
What is Orzeł i Krzyż 2025?
This grand nocturnal production unfolds across 44,000 m² of open-air terrain at Park Dzieje, portraying pivotal moments from the dawn of the Piast dynasty, through the baptism of Poland, the glory of the Hussars, the Swedish Deluge, key royal coronations, WWII’s 80th-anniversary reflection, and the resilience of Solidarity.
- Cast & technical scale: Over 350 volunteer actors portraying more than 1,500 historical figures, supported by stunning light displays, water projection mapping, modern multimedia, and pyrotechnics.
- Duration: Approximately 90 minutes under the night sky, commencing each Friday and Saturday at 21:30, from June 20 to July 26, 2025.
- Seating: Newly constructed grandstand with numbered seating in categories A, B, or C—with tiered vantage viewpoints for all perspectives.
Enchanting Biesiada Before the Show
Enhance your evening with a traditional staropolska biesiada (Old-Polish feast), a 1.5-hour immersive dinner-show that transports you to the interwar era and medieval courts. Sit under a recreated szlachecki dworek (noble manor), savor warm kapuśniak (cabbage soup) and roast chicken, and join in singing, dancing (kujawiak, ober, Lwów street tunes), and interactive festivities. Add-on tickets are required.
Practical Info: Tickets, Transport & Family Friendly Features
Tickets:
Available online via parkdzieje.pl and at two Poznań outlets:
- Centrum Informacji Kulturalnej, ul. Ratajczaka 44 (Cultural Information Centre)
- Punkt Informacji Turystycznej, Stary Rynek 59/60 (Tourist Info Point)
Alternatively, purchase in Murowana Goślina at ul. Bracka 7 or Źródlana 33
Pricing:
Expect fares such as: PLN 70–100 for adults, with discounts for youth (≤26), seniors, people with disabilities, families (Karta Dużej Rodziny), and Poznań Tourist Card holders. A 3% net service fee applies.
Getting There:
- By car: Murowana Goślina sits ~20 km north of Poznań, and plenty of parking is available onsite.
- By train: Koleje Wielkopolskie offers a 28-minute ride to the “Zielone Wzgórza” stop, just 350 m from the venue .
- On foot: Parking directions are well-organized—even from your car to the entrance .
Family-friendly daytime attractions:
Open on Saturdays (June 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26), Park Dzieje offers daytime shows like Zawisza reenactments, Powstanie Wielkopolskie (1918–19 Uprising) guided trails, falconry displays, shepherd dog demos, archery, rope parks, muppet shows for Poznań’s billy goats, playgrounds, sheep pens, and casual food stalls .
People return; they experience the evening like a pilgrimage of the heart.
Tomasz Łęcki, president of the Dzieje Association, emphasised the communal bond.
Why You Should Go
“Orzeł i Krzyż” is more than a show—it’s a cultural celebration. It educates, entertains, and connects visitors with Poland’s legacy, all under a shared sky. With audience numbers projected to exceed 21,000 for the 12 performances , this is a must-see event for locals, families, history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeply moving summer experience. From giant-scale reenactments to intimate feasts, it’s a heartfelt fusion of community and culture. With tickets selling fast, secure yours now and be part of this grand spectacle!
