Monument to the Warsaw Uprising Fighters

Monument to the Warsaw Uprising Fighters

Monument to the Warsaw Uprising Fighters
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The area
Neighborhood: Muranów
How to get there
  • Muranów • 5 min walk
  • Ratusz Arsenał • 7 min walk
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  • Susan P
    75 contributions
    Puts things Ito perspective
    We did not realise, but the day we visited this monument was the date of the uprising. The monument is well designed, and shows some of the hardship that the Polish people went through, leading to the uprising. It brings into perspective the reasons behind what happened, and later in the day, near our hotel there was a short service to remember what happened at the uprising. We were able to speak to someone who understood English, and was able to explain some of the history behind this. It was moving ma d reminder to me of the sacrifice that Polish people made during and after the second world war.
    Visited July 2020
    Written August 8, 2020
  • Katie D
    London, United Kingdom1,177 contributions
    Impressive
    This is such an intricate monument and very detailed. It's really powerful as it genuinely feels like the figures are coming towards you so gives a real sense of the energy that will have come out of this time. Not quite where Google says it will be if you are coming from the POLIN museum so persevere as it's worth it!
    Visited September 2020
    Written September 27, 2020
  • Traveler O
    Washington DC, District of Columbia887 contributions
    Memorial to the Polish Spirit
    Set just outside the Palace of Justice (Supreme Court), it's a fitting monument to the Polish Resistance and their refusal to quit. It's near Old Town and can be seen when walking slightly uphill and away from the area. Could easily Uber here and then continue on. Not much in the way of parking, so it's best seen when seeing the surrounding area/Old Town.
    Visited July 2019
    Written February 24, 2020
  • dnaleciz
    Moreno Valley, California414 contributions
    A monument to the sacrifices made by the fighters of the Warsaw Uprising
    Warsaw, Poland is a fascinating city with hundreds of monuments and statues scattered across the city. The 33 foot tall monument Pomnik Powstania Warszawskiego (Warsaw Uprising Monument) Located in front of the Supreme Court of Poland Building in Krasiński Square is a remarkable monument dedicated to the 1944 Warsaw Uprising against the Nazis. This bronze monument sculpted by Wincenty Kućma and architect Jacek Budynby is divided into two different parts. One section displays a group of fighters engaged in combat, running from a collapsing building. The second part of this monument reflects individuals descending into a manhole. The utility access hole led to the Warsaw sewer system and was utilized to evacuate fighters from the “Old Town” to the City Center during World War II. This memorial dedicated to the Warsaw Uprising, was constructed in the Socialist Realism style commonly found in the Soviet era of Poland. This monument is impressive and reflects the fighting sprit of the Polish people and the desire for freedom. A remarkable monument that should be seen by all.
    Visited April 2022
    Written May 19, 2022
  • RSsydney
    Sydney, Australia1,010 contributions
    The spirit of Polish people - very confronting history
    We had an excellent guide who described the circumstance when this uprising took place. How while the Nazis with their superior numbers and modern armaments were decimating the poorly equipped resistance fighters, the Soviet army camped across the Vistula River watching the massacre unfold. Very confronting history reflecting the spirit of the Polish people. A must visit site when in Warsaw.
    Visited September 2019
    Written February 26, 2020
  • Raintree_Thailand
    Bangkok, Thailand3,512 contributions
    Celebrating bravery of Polish resistance!
    Dramatic monument commemorating the 63-day Polish Uprising against the German Nazis in 1944. After crushing the uprising, the Germans went on to obliterate nearly the entire city of Warsaw. During the uprising, the Soviet army that had reached near to Warsaw did nothing to help the Polish resistance fighters and therefore suppressed any commemoration of the uprising during the post-War Soviet block era. The monument was unveiled in 1989 as the Soviet empire was crumbling.
    Visited October 2022
    Written January 4, 2023
  • Phill147
    Sydney, Australia879 contributions
    Outstanding
    Humbling momument to the Polish people. Massive bronze statues that need to be seen to be believed. A definite must see for some somber and quite relfection.
    Visited July 2018
    Traveled as a couple
    Written July 18, 2018
  • Dawid K
    Brussels, Belgium624 contributions
    Respect to the brave Poles!
    What a respectful, wonderful monument in complete respect the the heroism of the Powstanie, their actions were very important for the country and the entire world. 63 days of absolute heroism to fight, till they had nothing left, and had no more to give. Sold out by Russia, Germany and the so called Allies!
    Visited February 2016
    Written March 5, 2016
  • Gargio76
    Brussels, Belgium3,981 contributions
    Exciting
    Impressive bronze sculpture which portrays the protagonists of the sad and recent past of the city of Warsaw. Like almost everything in this city deeply touched the soul and sensitivity of the visitor. Not in the city center, before the Supreme Court of the Republic of Poland, symbolically building of glass engraved with the main judgments on massive columns. Definitely worth a visit! @gargio76
    Visited September 2016
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 25, 2016
  • Kenyon01
    13 contributions
    Monument for Uprising
    Excellent - amazing - really interesting depiction of grit, determination and soul. Striking figures - excellent art.
    Visited December 2015
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 19, 2015
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dnaleciz
Moreno Valley, CA414 contributions
Apr 2022
Warsaw, Poland is a fascinating city with hundreds of monuments and statues scattered across the city. The 33 foot tall monument Pomnik Powstania Warszawskiego (Warsaw Uprising Monument) Located in front of the Supreme Court of Poland Building in Krasiński Square is a remarkable monument dedicated to the 1944 Warsaw Uprising against the Nazis. This bronze monument sculpted by Wincenty Kućma and architect Jacek Budynby is divided into two different parts. One section displays a group of fighters engaged in combat, running from a collapsing building. The second part of this monument reflects individuals descending into a manhole. The utility access hole led to the Warsaw sewer system and was utilized to evacuate fighters from the “Old Town” to the City Center during World War II. This memorial dedicated to the Warsaw Uprising, was constructed in the Socialist Realism style commonly found in the Soviet era of Poland. This monument is impressive and reflects the fighting sprit of the Polish people and the desire for freedom. A remarkable monument that should be seen by all.
Written May 19, 2022
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RSsydney
Sydney, Australia1,010 contributions
Sep 2019
We had an excellent guide who described the circumstance when this uprising took place. How while the Nazis with their superior numbers and modern armaments were decimating the poorly equipped resistance fighters, the Soviet army camped across the Vistula River watching the massacre unfold. Very confronting history reflecting the spirit of the Polish people. A must visit site when in Warsaw.
Written February 27, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand3,512 contributions
Oct 2022
Dramatic monument commemorating the 63-day Polish Uprising against the German Nazis in 1944. After crushing the uprising, the Germans went on to obliterate nearly the entire city of Warsaw. During the uprising, the Soviet army that had reached near to Warsaw did nothing to help the Polish resistance fighters and therefore suppressed any commemoration of the uprising during the post-War Soviet block era.
The monument was unveiled in 1989 as the Soviet empire was crumbling.
Written January 4, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Phill147
Sydney, Australia879 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
Humbling momument to the Polish people. Massive bronze statues that need to be seen to be believed. A definite must see for some somber and quite relfection.
Written July 18, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Dawid K
Brussels, Belgium624 contributions
Feb 2016
What a respectful, wonderful monument in complete respect the the heroism of the Powstanie, their actions were very important for the country and the entire world. 63 days of absolute heroism to fight, till they had nothing left, and had no more to give. Sold out by Russia, Germany and the so called Allies!
Written March 5, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Gargio76
Brussels, Belgium3,981 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
Impressive bronze sculpture which portrays the protagonists of the sad and recent past of the city of Warsaw.

Like almost everything in this city deeply touched the soul and sensitivity of the visitor.

Not in the city center, before the Supreme Court of the Republic of Poland, symbolically building of glass engraved with the main judgments on massive columns. Definitely worth a visit! @gargio76
Written September 25, 2016
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Kenyon01
13 contributions
Dec 2015 • Couples
Excellent - amazing - really interesting depiction of grit, determination and soul. Striking figures - excellent art.
Written December 19, 2015
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Nikolas2106
Athens, Greece224 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
A beautiful monument dedicated to those who dared the impossible and sacrificed their lives for the freedom of their country.
Written April 25, 2017
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MarkW55
Castle Douglas, UK470 contributions
Feb 2020
This dramatic, large scale monument is beautifully sculpted and stands out well against the blue coloured glass and frontage of surrounding buildings. A serious statue commemorating the events of the 1944 Uprising - the Warsaw Uprising Museum is an essential visit while in Warsaw, just a brilliant museum.
Written February 19, 2020
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יוסי ג
Jerusalem, Israel324 contributions
Jan 2020
Very interesting statues, in fact, two different monuments which represent the suffering of Poles during the Uprising in August-September 1944. Close to the Old Town, highly recommended.
Written January 7, 2020
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