Osowiec Fortress

#297 among destinations in Poland

Museum, Forts and castles

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Osowiec Fortress is a 19th-century fortress built by the Russian Empire, located in what is now north-eastern Poland. It saw heavy fighting during World War I when it was defended for several months by its Russian garrison against German attacks. ()

Local name: Twierdza Osowiec Coordinates: 53°28'20"N, 22°39'6"E

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PodlasiePoland

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Osowiec Fortress – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Red Marsh Nature Reserve, Twierdza Osowiec - Fort I Centralny, Goniądz.

3.5 miN
National park
Red Marsh Nature Reserve
89 min walk • Red Marsh Nature Reserve is a nature reserve with an area of 11 629.75 hectares located within the municipalities; Goniądz and Rajgród in Podlaskie Voivodeship northeastern Poland. The reserve is located within Biebrza National Park.
0.5 miE
Village, Forts and castles
Twierdza Osowiec - Fort I Centralny
13 min walk • Osowiec-Twierdza is a village in the administrative district of Gmina Goniądz, in Mońki County, Podlaskie Voivodeship, in north-eastern Poland.
3.7 miE
Town
Goniądz
94 min walk • In addition to its natural attractions, Goniądz boasts a rich historical legacy that is reflected in its architecture and landmarks. The town's historic center is adorned with well-preserved 19th-century buildings, including the neo-Gothic Church of the Holy Trinity...