Unfortunately, Krosno’s Renaissance town hall did not survive to our times. It had been forgotten for a long time, until it was rediscovered during archaeological excavations at the beginning of the 21st century. Apart from the remains of the town hall, the archaeologists also discovered then an even older municipal building – the Vogt’s House from the middle of the 14th century – and a 15th century water pipe system, which at that time could only be found in big cities like Kraków or Lviv. The outlines of both buildings are now reflected in the patterns of cobbles in the Town Square.
Krosno town square is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in the region and the beating heart of the town. Ever since the town was established, its town square has always been a place of business, walks and events.
Krosno’s rectangular square, 115 metres long and 72 metres wide, may be smaller than the main square of Kraków but is definitely no less charming. Historic buildings from various times line its sides, and what makes it unique is the magnificent Renaissance arcades, which evoke the atmosphere of Italian città. The arcades were built during the golden age of Krosno, when old wooden buildings around the town square were replaced with impressive stone or brick ones by the rich townspeople and the town became known as “little Kraków”.
The Franciscan Church
Krosno’s rectangular square, 115 metres long and 72 metres wide, may be smaller than the main square of Kraków but is definitely no less charming. Historic buildings from various times line its sides, and what makes it unique is the magnificent Renaissance arcades, which evoke the atmosphere of Italian città. The arcades were built during the golden age of Krosno, when old wooden buildings around the town square were replaced with impressive stone or brick ones by the rich townspeople and the town became known as “little Kraków”.