Fort reditowy 7 "Za Rzeką"

Fort Reditowy 7 is a military fortification with a horseshoe-shaped brick structure and a terrace covered in earth, surrounded by a classical moat with two defensive caponiers. The layout demonstrates typical nineteenth-century fortress design with its characteristic defensive elements and access routes.

The fort was constructed between 1857 and 1865, replacing an earlier defensive structure from 1854. It underwent modifications with additional transverse structures added in 1888 to enhance its defensive capabilities.

The name refers to its location across the river and the structure represents a significant part of the city's 19th-century defensive network. Today it stands as a reminder of how military needs shaped the development of the area around Kraków.

The fort is located across the river and forms part of a larger fortress complex, so visitors should plan accordingly when exploring the area. The Pedagogical University acquired the site in 2021 with plans to develop it into a conference center, which may affect access and availability.

The fort maintains its original drawbridge at the gate of the redoubt, a rare example of preserved nineteenth-century military architecture still in place. This functioning defensive element reveals how carefully the original builders designed every aspect of the protective system.