Bismarck Tower, Janówek

Bismarck Tower in Janówek is a stone structure built on Jańska Góra hill using serpentine, granite, sandstone, and brick in a Germanic style. The structure rises about 23 meters and contains a central chamber accessible through an interior staircase.

The monument was founded in 1869 by Friedrich Schröter, a retired Prussian officer and landowner, following Prussia's military victories in Europe. After World War II, the structure suffered significant damage from artillery bombardment.

The tower displays inscriptions at its entrance that once told stories of regional importance to the community around it. People came here to understand how landscape and monuments together formed part of local identity.

The interior staircase is damaged and the structure's condition remains affected since wartime, so visit with appropriate caution. Wear sturdy shoes and check local conditions before arrival to ensure access is possible and reasonably safe.

This structure is recognized as the first Bismarck tower ever built, sparking a movement that led to over 240 similar structures across German territories. The fact that a private landowner and officer started this trend shows how deeply local reverence ran at that time.

Location: Janówek, Wrocław County

GPS coordinates: 50.83320,16.83400

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:07