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Fencer, Wrocław

#61 among attractions in Wrocław

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Fountain with the Swordsman - a Wrocław fountain located in the square in front of the University of Wrocław and is one of its symbols. It was designed by Hugo Lederer, professor of the Berlin Academy of Fine Arts, and placed in the University Square on November 26, 1904.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°6'50"N, 17°2'3"E
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Stare MiastoWrocław Poland

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Fencer – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of St Mary on the Sand, Wrocław's dwarfs, Aleksander Fredro Monument, Bear Fountain.

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    Church of St Mary on the Sand, Wrocław

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    Monuments and statues

    Bear Fountain, Wrocław

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    St Mary Magdalene Church, Wrocław

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    Church

    Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church, Wrocław

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    Museum, Romanesque architecture

    Romanesque House, Wrocław

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    Gothic architecture, Church

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fencer?

Nearby attractions include University of Wrocław Museum, Wrocław (1 min walk), Wyższa Szkoła Filologiczna, Wrocław (2 min walk), University Church of the Blessed Name of Jesus, Wrocław (2 min walk), Powodzianka, Wrocław (3 min walk).

How to get to Fencer by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fencer:

Bus
  • Uniwersytet Wrocławski • Lines: 247, 248 (3 min walk)
  • Dubois • Lines: 128, 132, 142, 144, 240, 247, 248, C (5 min walk)

Tram
  • Uniwersytet Wrocławski • Lines: 24, 6, 7 (3 min walk)
  • Wita Stwosza • Lines: 24, 6, 7 (6 min walk)

Train
  • Wrocław Nadodrze (21 min walk)
  • Wrocław Szczepin (28 min walk)

Where to next? Visit lower silesian Lower Silesian region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Poland.

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