Chopin Warsaw

Fryderyk Chopin and his timeless music are undoubtedly familiar to you. Warsaw was the home of the composer and virtuoso throughout his childhood and early years. This year marks the 212th anniversary of the birth of a famous composer, as well as the 12th anniversary of the opening of a museum devoted to him, which has attracted over a million visitors from all over the world. Visit attractions in Warsaw associated with Fryderyk or participate in one of the city's distinctive festivals.

Chopin Monument

To honor the virtuoso, a monument was created in Royal Lazienki Park, which is Warsaw's only example of Art Nouveau monument architecture. Participate in free outdoor Chopin performances with top pianists from around the world. They take place every Sunday between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the monument from May to September.'

Fryderyk Chopin Museum

 

The Fryderyk Chopin Museum is located in the historical Ostrogski Castle and is one of the few multimedia biographical museums in Europe. Among the exhibits, you will find the composer’s last piano and manuscripts of his letters and compositions. Every Saturday and Sunday at 17.00 and 18.00 you can listen to Chopin’s music live.

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Basilica of the Holy Cross

Enter the church, which in the early 19th century was the largest Catholic church in Warsaw. Many important moments from the history of the Chopin family are connected with it: the baptisms of Fryderyk’s sisters Izabella and Emilia were held there. According to Chopin’s last will, his oldest sister Ludwika brought his heart to Warsaw, where it was embedded in a pillar in the church.

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Kazimierzowski Palace

Take a look at the 17th-century palace, whose architecture contains Baroque and Classical elements. The Chopin family lived on the second floor in the left-wing of the building. Fryderyk often played and sat with a book in the botanical garden adjacent to the palace. The building also housed the Warsaw Lyceum, which Chopin attended.

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Czapski Palace

 

In one of the palace buildings, the Chopin family had an apartment, where the Warsaw elite met. Fryderyk spent his last years there before leaving the country permanently in 1830. It was here that he composed two concerts recognized as the most important works of his Warsaw period.

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Visitationists Church

The young Fryderyk played the organ many times during mass for pupils from the Warsaw Lyceum, which he attended. This 17th-century church survived World War II and preserves to this day most of the original decoration. Pay attention to the Baroque pulpit in the shape of a boat – one of the most interesting parts of the interior.

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Wessel Palace

In 1830, it was precisely from this place that Chopin was bid farewell by his friends and left Warsaw forever as he set off for Vienna. During this period, the palace served as the office of the Saxon Post Office and postal stables.

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Piłsudski Square and Saxon Garden

The Saxon Palace housed the Warsaw Lyceum, in which Chopin’s father Nicolas worked as a French teacher, and the Chopin family lived in a staff apartment there. Unfortunately, the palace no longer exists today as it was demolished during World War II. However, you can visit the Saxon Garden, where Fryderyk played over 200 years ago.

Chopin benches

 

In places related to Chopin, you will find multimedia benches from which you will learn about the composer’s work and life. Just touch the button to hear one of his beautiful compositions.

Chopin tours

 

Take advantage of licensed guides and take a walk in the footsteps of Fryderyk Chopin. More information at warsawcitybreak.com