Motława River waterfront in Gdańsk Old Town with historic Hanseatic buildings and medieval Żuraw crane at sunset
The Motława River flows through Gdańsk's Old Town, flanked by colorful Hanseatic merchant houses and the iconic 14th-century Żuraw port crane. A Żegluga Gdańska passenger ferry is docked along the historic waterfront promenade.
Read more about this photo
Historic Heart of the Baltic
Gdańsk's Motława River waterfront represents centuries of maritime trade heritage, where colorful Hanseatic merchant houses line the canal banks.
The Żuraw Crane
The medieval port crane, dating from the 14th century, stands as one of Europe's oldest surviving harbor cranes and a symbol of Gdańsk's trading prominence.
Modern Waterfront Life
Today, the promenade blends historic architecture with contemporary living, as pedestrians stroll along the embankment while passenger ferries connect visitors to the city's maritime legacy.
Spot a mistake or location error? Let us know!
Photos from the day
