Gliwice Radio Tower

The wooden radio tower reaches 111 meters in height and contains four observation platforms connected by 365 steps leading to the summit at 109.7 meters.

The structure gained prominence on August 31, 1939, when German forces staged a false attack at this location as a pretext for invading Poland.

The radio station museum displays original transmission equipment, metal control panels, and technical instruments that showcase early broadcasting technology from the 1930s.

Visitors can access the tower complex through the main entrance on Tarnogórska road, with designated parking spaces available along Lubliniecka street.

Engineers constructed the entire structure using Siberian larch wood pieces secured by 16,000 brass bolts to prevent interference with radio signal transmission.

Location: Gliwice

Inception: 1935

Official opening: December 23, 1935

Height: 111.1 m

Part of: Museum in Głiwice, Industrial Monuments Route

GPS coordinates: 50.31333,18.68876

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43