Muzeum Ziemi Sochaczewskiej i Pola Bitwy nad Bzurą

The Muzeum Ziemi Sochaczewskiej i Pola Bitwy nad Bzurą is a museum in Sochaczew that presents military history from the 20th century. The collections feature weapons, uniforms, documents, and other military items alongside archaeological artifacts spanning from medieval periods through both world wars.

The institution was founded in 1973 as a modest exhibition celebrating a local anniversary and later developed into a state-funded establishment. Its collections focus on events that shaped the region during the 20th century.

The name reflects both the region's identity and a pivotal moment from 1939 when fighting reshaped the area. Visitors encounter objects that show how local people experienced and endured the wartime period.

The museum is located west of Warsaw and typically opens several days per week. Visitors should check current hours in advance and allow time to see the different exhibition areas.

The museum preserves items from trench warfare systems along the Bzura River that date to the First World War. These locally excavated objects offer rare glimpses into soldier life in this specific region during that conflict.

Location: Sochaczew

Opening Hours: Monday off; Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-16:00

Phone: +48468623309

Email: kontakt@muzeumsochaczew.pl

Website: https://muzeumsochaczew.pl/pl

GPS coordinates: 52.23000,20.23694

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26