City, Gdańsk

API

Open government data API for Gdańsk, Poland

Overview

The City, Gdańsk API is a RESTful interface to Gdańsk’s open government datasets hosted on a CKAN platform. It provides access to diverse municipal data including public transport schedules, environmental metrics (air quality, waste management), urban planning documents, cultural event listings, and demographic statistics. Responses are in JSON format, with datasets available for download in CSV, XML, or JSON. Use cases include building resident-focused apps (e.g., transit trackers, waste collection reminders), academic research on urban issues, and journalistic investigations into city governance. The API is designed for easy integration into web and mobile applications.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://ckan.multimediagdansk.pl/en')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON response format
Multiple dataset categories
Open data licenses
No authentication required

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is City, Gdańsk API free to use?

Yes, all datasets are open and free for both non-commercial and commercial use under applicable open data licenses.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, most public dataset endpoints are accessible without authentication.

? What is the response format?

API responses are typically JSON; datasets can be downloaded in CSV, XML, or JSON formats depending on the dataset.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Government

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free access to all datasets
⊕ Diverse municipal data domains
⊕ Support for multiple download formats
⊕ CKAN-compatible (standardized API)
⊕ Open for commercial and non-commercial use

Cons

⊖ Potential rate limits for high-volume requests
⊖ Some datasets may lack real-time updates
⊖ English documentation may be less comprehensive than Polish
⊖ Limited developer support channels