Szlakiem Bohaterów: The Military Heritage of Kolobrzeg and the Surrounding Area
Kołobrzeg and its surroundings are a place with a rich military history, having been a key strategic point over the centuries. From the Second World War to the Cold War, the region is full of memorabilia and sites related to defence and the military. We invite you to discover the secrets of the historic forts, bunkers and other military monuments that have shaped the history of this unique region.
City Fortification Route Kolobrzeg
The Municipal Fortification Trail in Kołobrzeg is a route dedicated to the city's historical defence facilities. The trail includes the Fuse Tower, which houses the Museum Polish Arms, fragments of the city walls from the 14th century, the Water Gate and the Mill Gate - former entrances to the city, and Fort Ujście - a 19th century defence post. The trail ends at Forts Prussia and East, the youngest structures on the route. The trail is an attraction for lovers of history and architecture.

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Fuse Tower
The Fuse Tower in Kolobrzeg is one of the oldest and most characteristic structures in the city. It is part of the former city fortifications that surrounded Kolobrzeg, protecting it from attacks.
The Tower, also known as the Gunpowder Tower or Powder Tower, was built in the 15th century. It owes its name to the fact that it was originally used as a gunpowder storehouse. It is a round, 17-metre high tower with thick stone walls that reach 3 metres at their widest point.

Museum of Polish Arms
The Museum of Polish Arms in Kołobrzeg is an extensive museum consisting of several branches. Its oldest premises are located in a Gothic building known as the Schlieffen House, built in the 15th century, which is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Kołobrzeg.
This museum presents one of the richest collections related to the Polish military, displaying uniforms and equipment of Polish soldiers from the First and Second World Wars. The extensive exhibition includes not only uniforms, but also orders, small arms and decorations and commemorative badges. This impressive collection is an important part of Poland's national heritage and is a valuable source of knowledge about Poland's military history.
The Museum of Polish Arms in Kołobrzeg offers a unified entrance ticket price list, which allows visitors to visit the permanent and temporary exhibitions at one price. A normal ticket for adults costs 25 PLN for one museum and 50 PLN for three museums (2+1 free). A concession ticket costs 20 PLN for one museum and 40 PLN for three museums (2+1 free). A family ticket is valid for 2 parents or guardians with a child or children aged 7-18 and costs 60 PLN for one museum and 120 PLN for three museums (2+1 free)
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Kolobrzeg Maritime Open Air Museum
The Kolobrzeg Maritime Heritage Park, part of the Museum of Polish Arms, was officially opened in August 2013. The idea for its creation was born as early as 2009, mainly due to the limited berths in the Kołobrzeg harbour and the high cost of maintaining museum ships on the water.
In the open-air museum, visitors have the opportunity to visit two ships decommissioned and placed ashore, admire an ocean-going yacht, elements of the legendary destroyer ORP 'Burza', as well as numerous equipment of the Polish Navy ships and maritime technology relics. The Maritime Open-Air Museum is a real treat for lovers of history and maritime technology.

Permanent Artillery Battery in Kolobrzeg
Bunkers in Ustron Morski
In Ustronie Morskie we can find bunkers built in the 1950s as part of the coastal defence system. It housed the 31st Permanent Artillery Battery, whose task was to defend access to the Kolobrzeg harbour. Although the battery was disbanded in 1974, the four firing positions are still available to visit. For history and urbex enthusiasts, a visit to these bunkers can be a fascinating adventure.
