Poznańskie Krzyże, Memorial monument in central Poznań, Poland
Poznańskie Krzyże is a memorial on Adam Mickiewicz Square in central Poznań, made up of two massive steel crosses reaching heights of approximately 20 to 21 meters. The crosses display inscriptions showing key dates and the demands of those who protested.
The memorial was unveiled in 1981 to commemorate the 1956 worker uprisings against communist rule. One cross bears the date 1956, while the other records subsequent protests that followed.
The memorial takes its name from the worker uprisings and represents resistance against oppression. Visitors see inscriptions today that honor those who fought for their rights and freedom.
The memorial stands on a public square and is freely accessible, allowing visitors to read the inscriptions from different angles. The plaza is well-situated and offers space to spend time viewing the monument up close.
The two crosses serve different purposes: the right one displays the dates of all subsequent protests spanning decades. This turns the memorial into a kind of timeline where visitors can trace the struggle for freedom.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 52.40826,16.91733
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51
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