Szczecin, historically known in English as Stettin, is the capital and largest city of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship in northwestern Poland. It serves as a major seaport and holds the distinction of being the seventh-largest city in Poland.
Located near the Baltic Sea and the German border, Szczecin had a population of 391,566 as of December 31, 2022. The city is recognized as the largest urban center in northwestern Poland.