Racot Palace is one of the most beautiful buildings of this type in Greater Poland. It was built in classical style and designed by Domenico Merlini, the architect of the buildings in Warsaw’s Łazienki Park. Today, the palace is famous primarily for its prestigious stud farm and the events held there.
Racot Palace was a significant center of Polish culture. Its interiors once housed one of the first theater stages in the Polish lands. The plays by Wojciech Bogusławski, known as the father of Polish theater, and Józef Wybicki, the author of the Polish national anthem, attracted illustrious guests to Racot from all over the country.
In the 19th century, the palace belonged to the dukes of Saxe-Weimar and the kings of the Netherlands. In 1919, under the Treaty of Versailles, it was transferred to the State Treasury of the Second Polish Republic. In addition, the Council of Ministers designated the palace as one of the official residencies of the president. The next breakthrough was the establishment of the State Horse Stud Farm „Racot” in 1928, which remains renowned for breeding and selling horses.
Today, the palace is home to an elegant hotel. Besides the interiors and well-maintained park, the historic carriage house is also a must-see highlight. Guests can also enjoy a restaurant offering exquisite cuisine.