Fort 48 Batowice

Fort 48 Batowice features brick walls, concrete ceilings, and multiple artillery positions integrated into an earthen rampart system with strategic defensive positions.

Built between 1883 and 1885 as part of Kraków Fortress third ring, the fort engaged in combat with Russian forces during November 1914.

The fort complex now integrates into the local community space, with surrounding parkland serving residents through designated walking paths and recreational areas.

Located at coordinates 50.100014, 19.999149 on Wawelska Street, the fort maintains restricted access to its main structures while offering public access to exterior grounds.

The fortification retains original elements including window guide rails for rifles and houses local wildlife within its vegetation-covered defensive earthworks.

Location: Kraków

Inception: 1886

Address: os. Złotego Wieku

GPS coordinates: 50.10001,19.99915

Latest update: March 8, 2025 08:12