Ławeczka Alicji Habsburg w Żywcu

Ławeczka Alicji Habsburg is a bronze bench sculpture that functions as both a seat and a memorial, depicting a seated woman holding a handkerchief with the Habsburg coat of arms. The artwork sits within the castle park area, allowing visitors to sit alongside the figure itself.

Archduchess Alice Habsburg arrived in Żywiec in 1920 and lived there for 25 years, becoming involved with the Polish Home Army during World War II. She left Poland after the war and eventually settled in Sweden.

The bronze sculpture presents Archduchess Alice Habsburg in an informal, seated pose rather than a formal stance. This approach gives the memorial a personal quality that invites visitors to feel a connection to her story.

The memorial sits at a central crossroads where paths intersect, making it straightforward to locate and visit at any time. There are no entrance fees or restricted hours, so you can stop by whenever it suits your schedule.

Artist Bronislaw Krzysztof designed this memorial as a functional bench where visitors can actually sit down. This practical yet artistic approach creates an uncommon experience where you share a seat with the person being commemorated.

Location: Śródmieście

Location: Żywiec

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 49.68698,19.20128

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:13