Westerplatte-Museum, Military history museum in Gdańsk, Poland.
The Westerplatte Museum exhibits military artifacts, documents, and period furnishings within the former Guard Post No.1 of the Polish garrison.
The museum commemorates the defense of Westerplatte peninsula, where 188 Polish soldiers resisted German forces from September 1 to September 7, 1939.
The exhibition space spans 5,000 square meters, presenting archaeological findings, multimedia displays, and regular educational programs about World War II.
The museum provides guided tours in multiple languages and offers reduced admission prices during Polish national holidays throughout the year.
Visitors can explore the only remaining shelter of the original garrison, containing preserved military equipment and personal belongings from the 1939 battle.
Location: Gdańsk
Inception: December 22, 2015
GPS coordinates: 54.35583,18.66056
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:41
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