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Cmentarz Obrońców Westerplatte, Gdańsk

#84 among attractions in Gdańsk

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Cmentarz Obrońców Westerplatte, Gdańsk

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Polish Army Soldiers' Cemetery - cemetery in Gdansk, Poland. Symbolic resting place of Polish soldiers who died defending Westerplatte during the defensive war of 1939. Since 1971 the cemetery has been resting the remains of Major Henryk Sucharski brought from Italy. The area of the cemetery is 0.15 ha.

Coordinates: 54°24'26"N, 18°40'32"E
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PrzeróbkaGdańsk Poland

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Cmentarz Obrońców Westerplatte – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Westerplatte, Port Północny Lighthouse, Wisłoujście Fortress, Nowy Port Lighthouse.

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    Military site and towering war memorial

    Westerplatte, Gdańsk

    3 min walk • Westerplatte, a historical park located in the city of Gdańsk, Poland, is a site of profound historical significance and a symbol of Polish resistance during World War II. This quiet peninsula, now a place of contemplation and remembrance, was where the first clash...

  • port polnocny lighthouse gdansk1 miSE
    Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse

    Port Północny Lighthouse, Gdańsk

    25 min walk • The Port Północny Lighthouse stands as a stalwart beacon in the city of Gdańsk, Poland, guiding vessels safely into the northern port. This functional lighthouse is a vital component of the maritime infrastructure, ensuring the safe navigation of ships in the Baltic...

  • wisloujscie fortress gdansk0.9 miS
    Museum, Tower

    Wisłoujście Fortress, Gdańsk

    23 min walk • Wisłoujście Fortress is an historic fortress located in Gdańsk by the Martwa Wisła river, by an old estuary of the river Vistula, flowing into the Bay of Gdańsk. The fortress is located close to the Wisłoujście borough, Westerplatte and the Port Północny.

  • nowy port lighthouse gdansk0.6 miW
    Lighthouse

    Nowy Port Lighthouse, Gdańsk

    15 min walk • Gdańsk Nowy Port Lighthouse is a historic, disused lighthouse on the Polish Baltic coast, located in the Nowy Port district of the city of Gdańsk, at Przemysłowa Street.

  • nowy port gdansk0.6 miSW
    Neighbourhood

    Nowy Port, Gdańsk

    16 min walk • Nowy Port is a district of the city of Gdańsk, Poland. It borders with Brzeźno to the west, Letnica to the south, and Przeróbka to the east. With 10684 inhabitants and area of 2.28 km², its population density is 4689/km², as of 2011. The landmark of the district is the historic Nowy Port Lighthouse, which is open to visitors.

  • letnica gdansk1.7 miSW
    Neighbourhood

    Letnica, Gdańsk

    43 min walk • Letnica is an industrial district of the city of Gdańsk in northern Poland. It lies in the northern part of the city, and contains the Municipal Stadium, the city's largest football venue hosting several Euro 2012 games.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cmentarz Obrońców Westerplatte?

Nearby attractions include Westerplatte, Gdańsk (3 min walk), Nowy Port Lighthouse, Gdańsk (15 min walk), Nowy Port, Gdańsk (16 min walk), Wisłoujście Fortress, Gdańsk (23 min walk).

How to get to Cmentarz Obrońców Westerplatte by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cmentarz Obrońców Westerplatte:

Bus
  • Westerplatte • Lines: 606 (3 min walk)
  • Przystań Żeglugi • Lines: 606 (10 min walk)

Ferry
  • Westerplatte • Lines: F5 (10 min walk)
  • Latarnia Morska • Lines: F5 (15 min walk)

Tram
  • Nowy Port • Lines: 10, 3, 5, 7 (14 min walk)
  • Przychodnia • Lines: 3, 5, 7 (11 min walk)

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