Westerplatte Monument, War memorial in Gdańsk, Poland.
The granite monument rises 25 meters high on an artificial mound, featuring a bayonet-shaped structure with bas-reliefs depicting naval battles and coastal defense operations.
The monument marks the site where Polish soldiers resisted German forces for seven days in September 1939, during the first battle of World War II.
Each September 1st, officials and citizens gather at the monument for ceremonies commemorating the start of World War II and honoring the defenders of Westerplatte.
Visitors reach the monument by taking bus 106 or 138 from Gdańsk city center to the Westerplatte stop, with tours available daily from March to October.
Seven symbolic eternal flames at the base of the monument represent the seven days of resistance maintained by the Polish garrison against German forces.
Location: Gdańsk
Creator: Adam Haupt, Franciszek Duszeńko, Henryk Kitowski
Height: 25 m
Address: 80-001 Gdańsk, Poland 80-563 Gdańsk
GPS coordinates: 54.40670,18.66697
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:04
Gothic churches, Renaissance buildings and maritime landmarks define the historic core of Gdansk. The Royal Way leads through gates and squares past medieval townhouses. St. Mary's Church contains a medieval astronomical clock. Museums document World War II events, including the first shots at Westerplatte and the Solidarity movement that began in the shipyards. The city features defensive structures, merchant houses, and cultural institutions displaying art from different periods.
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