The history of Lodz was shaped by the contributions of four nations: Polish, German, Jewish and Russian. Jewish people made up about one third of the city's population and owned one third of all the factories.
Our local guide will provide you with an insight into the life and history of this important cultural hub. One of the places of interest is the largest Jewish cemetery in Europe, still preserved in its pre-war state on Bracka Street, where several stones commemorate factory owners. Do not miss a spectacular Art-Nouveau style mausoleum of Israel Poznanski, a Polish-Jewish businessman, textile magnate, and philanthropist.
Then head for Radegast Railway Station, once the departure point to the death camps in Chelmno and Auschwitz.
You will visit the areas of the former Litzmannstadt Ghetto, one of the most remarkable ghettos in Poland. The ghetto became known throughout the world because of the actions of Mordechai Chaim Rumkowski, the head of the Judenrat.
We will also invite you to visit the only remaining synagogue in Lodz that survived WWII because it was turned into a storehouse for salt. Nowadays it is open for Jewish religious services.
Finally, you will visit the Poznanski’s Palace and, depending on your interests and schedule, you will have the opportunity to visit the Museum of Lodz.