Mariensztat – Nowy Zjazd Street separates it from the Old Town, and Karowa Street marks the border to the south.
Mariensztat is defined as an estate with a very rich and interesting history. The beginnings date back to 1762, when the owners – Eustachy and Maria Potocka, with the consent of King August III the Saxon, established the Mariensztat juridic there. Unfortunately, the war almost entirely absorbed the buildings in this part of the city, but it was Mariensztat that was rebuilt first. A housing estate was just built there, and it was very popular. Living in this part was a great honor and meant a high social status. Meritorious architects, builders and leaders of works on the reconstruction of the capital lived here. Mariensztat consists of two and three-story charming tenement houses covered with roof tiles. The design of the estate, by Zygmunt Stępiński and Józef Sigalin, refers to old towns in terms of urban planning. Today, Mariensztat is very popular due to the unique atmosphere of old Warsaw, seen nowhere else.
Mariensztat is a well-connected space – both for drivers – quick access to Wisłostrada and the WZ route, as well as for those who prefer an ecological solution – using public transport or a bicycle. Mariensztat is often called a small, separate town – Mariensztat Square has become the center of the estate, it is surrounded by narrow, quaint streets with pubs, grocery stores and various service outlets. Within walking distance are the Royal Castle, the Old Town and a beautiful green park – the Saski Garden.
