Dom Rybaka, Socialist realist house in Władysławowo, Poland.
Dom Rybaka is a socialist realist building at Generała Hallera 19, made of a four-storey main block and a tall eight-storey tower linked by an arcaded connector. The tower holds two viewing terraces, at 45 m and 63 m above sea level, reached by lift. The building now houses the Władysławowo town hall and other institutions.
The building was constructed between 1953 and 1957 and initially served as a hotel for fishermen during Poland's post-war period of socialist development. This era shaped the building's architecture and original purpose.
The ground floor displays works of Kashubian artisans, including sculptures by Leon Golla and historical photographs showing how the town changed over time. These exhibitions reflect the artistic traditions of this coastal region.
The tower has two viewing terraces, at 45 m and 63 m above sea level, and a lift serves the tower. The building stands at ul. Generała Hallera 19 and houses the town hall, so visitors should expect an active administrative setting.
The building was originally designed as a fisherman's hotel but today its observation tower functions almost like a lighthouse for the town. This blend of old purpose and new use gives it a kind of dual identity.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 93,267 contributors worldwide.
