Pomnik Starego Marycha w Poznaniu, Bronze statue on Półwiejska Street, Poznań, Poland.
The Pomnik Starego Marycha is a bronze sculpture showing a man leading a bicycle with a traditional Poznań briefcase hanging from its handlebars. The monument stands at the northern end of Półwiejska Street, a pedestrian zone in the city center.
The sculpture was unveiled in 2001 and emerged from Poznań's radio history. It was created to honor a character who had been present in broadcasts for decades.
The figure embodies a radio character from Poznań broadcasts, representing a typical resident speaking the local dialect. It has become rooted in local culture and is recognized by passersby as a symbol of Poznań identity.
The monument is easily reached as it sits on a busy pedestrian street right in the city center. Visitors can view it in a few minutes and explore the surrounding area on foot from there.
The sculpture's face was modeled after a radio actor who brought the character to life over many years of broadcasts. This link between the artwork and radio culture makes the monument a special memorial to the medium that shaped the city.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
