Parachute Tower in Katowice, Katowice

Name: Parachute Tower in Katowice
Address: Katowice, Poland

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The Parachute Tower in Katowice, a prominent landmark in the city of Katowice, Poland, stands as a unique piece of historical architecture.

While not as tall as many modern skyscrapers or famous towers, the Parachute Tower's distinctive structure captures the attention of visitors with its slender, functional design. The tower was originally built for military purposes, allowing paratroopers to practice jumps without the need for an aircraft. Its presence is a testament to the city's historical connection to the military and aviation.

Today, the Parachute Tower no longer serves its original purpose but remains a point of interest for both locals and tourists. It offers a glimpse into the past and the evolution of parachute training techniques.

Local name: Wieża spadochronowa w Katowicach Coordinates: 50°14'47"N, 19°0'28"E

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Zespół dzielnic zachodnich (Brynów-Osiedle Zgrzebnioka)Katowice Poland

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Parachute Tower in Katowice – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of St. Michael the Archangel, Galeria Skarbek, Kościuszko Park, Goldstein Palace.

0.4 miS
Church
Church of St. Michael the Archangel, Katowice
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Katowice, Poland, the Church of St. Michael the Archangel stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and spiritual heritage. This stunning piece of architecture, with its striking Neo-Gothic design, serves not only as a place of worship...
1.1 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Galeria Skarbek, Katowice
28 min walk • "Skarbek" Cooperative Department Store - a department store in downtown Katowice, located at the Market Square, at the intersection of 3 Maja Street and Adama Mickiewicza Street.
~1730 ftW
Park
Kościuszko Park, Katowice
9 min walk • Kościuszko Park, nestled in the heart of Katowice, Poland, serves as a lush oasis amidst the urban landscape. This verdant space, spanning several hectares, is a cherished retreat for locals and tourists alike, seeking respite from the bustling city life.
0.9 miN
City hall, Neo-renaissance architecture, Vernacular architecture
Goldstein Palace, Katowice
24 min walk • The Pałac Goldsteinów or Goldstein Palace is neo-renaissance palace, which was built by two brothers, Abraham and Joseph Goldstein. It is located in Katowice, Silesia, Poland, at the west end of the city centre, at 50°15′33″N 19°0′47″E. The palace is representative for the building style of second part of the 1870s.
0.6 miNE
Neoclassical cathedral with guided tours
Cathedral of Christ the King, Katowice
16 min walk • Archikatedra Chrystusa Króla w Katowicach is a classicist archcathedral in Katowice-Śródmieście, Katowice, Poland. Constructed between 1927 and 1955, the Archcathedral of Christ the King is the largest archcathedral in Poland.
1 miN
Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows
Silesian Philharmonic, Katowice
27 min walk • The Filharmonia Śląska w Katowicach is a music institution in Katowice, Silesia, Poland. The Silesian Philharmonic in Katowice was founded in 1945. The first concert of the orchestra took place on 26 of May 1945. A mixed choir was added in 1973.
0.6 miNE
Skyscraper
Drapacz Chmur, Katowice
17 min walk • Drapacz Chmur is a historical building in Katowice, Silesia, Poland. It was the second skyscraper built in post-World War I Poland. Finished in 1934 after five years of construction, it made pioneering Polish use of steel frame construction.
0.6 miSW
Neighbourhood
Brynów, Katowice
17 min walk • Brynów is a district in Katowice, Poland. It is located in the central part of Katowice, south-west of the immediate center, and is divided into two subdistricts: Brynów - Osiedle Zgrzebnioka is the eastern subdistrict with 7,200 inhabitants Brynów - Załęska Hałda is the western...
1 miNE
Street
3 Maja Street, Katowice
26 min walk • 3 Maja Street in Katowice is a street in the centre of Katowice. The street was built in the 19th century. During World War II the street was called Grundmannstraße, 1867−1922 Grundmannstraße, 1856−1867 Industriestraße.
0.6 miNE
Museum
Muzeum Archidiecezjalne, Katowice
15 min walk • Archdiocesan Museum in Katowice - a museum of religious art existing in Katowice, collects artifacts related to the history of the Catholic Church and the people of Upper Silesia.
1 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Silesian Theatre of Doll and Actor Ateneum, Katowice
27 min walk • Silesian Puppet and Actor Theatre "Ateneum" in Katowice - one of the oldest puppet companies in Poland. It exists since 1945.

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Which popular attractions are close to Parachute Tower in Katowice?

Nearby attractions include Kościuszko Park, Katowice (9 min walk), Wzgórze Beaty, Katowice (10 min walk), Church of St. Michael the Archangel, Katowice (10 min walk), East Upper Silesia, Katowice (11 min walk).

How to get to Parachute Tower in Katowice by public transport?

The nearest stations to Parachute Tower in Katowice:

Tram

Katowice Kościuszki Hospital • Lines: T14, T16, T36, T6 (3 min walk)
Brynów Zgrzebnioka • Lines: T14, T16, T36, T6 (11 min walk)

Bus

Katowice AWF • Lines: 10, 11, 115, 12, 120, 130, 130N, 154, 177, 193, 29, 296, 297, 297N, 37, 45, 46, 48, 51, 632, 657, 657N, 689, 880, 9, 900, 905N (10 min walk)
Katowice Ceglana Szpital Kliniczny • Lines: 133, 170, 600 (10 min walk)

Train

Katowice (23 min walk)
Katowice Brynów (28 min walk)