Maritime Fortifications

Explore the 19th-century Prussian defensive systems of the Świnoujście Fortress, strategically located at the mouth of the Świna River. This collection features well-preserved coastal fortifications, including the circular Fort Anioła and the expansive Fort Gerharda, which houses the Coastal Defense Museum. The sites display a range of historical military hardware, from Soviet-era anti-aircraft guns and the Pantherturm tank turret to the 'Dzwon' observation tower, reflecting the region's naval significance through World War II and the Cold War.

Fort Gerharda

A 19th-century Prussian coastal fort, also known as the East Fort. It is one of the best-preserved maritime defense structures in the region and currently houses the Coastal Defense Museum, featuring historical military artifacts and interactive tours.

Fort Zachodni

Built in the mid-19th century to protect the harbor, this Prussian fortification served as a coastal battery during World War II. It was later used by Soviet forces and now functions as a museum dedicated to the fortress's history.

Fort Anioła

Constructed between 1845 and 1858, this Prussian rotunda was modeled after Rome's Castel Sant'Angelo. The three-story fortification served as a command post and observation point, designed with thick masonry walls for infantry and light artillery defense.

76 mm divisional gun M1942

The 76-mm divisional gun M1942 was a Soviet 76.2 mm divisional field gun used during World War II.

ARMATA PRZECIWLOTNICZA 2M-3M

A Soviet 25mm twin-barrel anti-aircraft gun developed in the late 1940s. This naval weapon was designed for short-range defense against aerial targets and was commonly mounted on various classes of Soviet warships and submarines.

Pantherturm

A stationary defensive fortification consisting of a Panther tank turret mounted on a reinforced base. These structures were used by German forces during World War II to provide low-profile, heavily armored anti-tank positions.

Dzwon

A former German fire control and observation tower, nicknamed 'The Bell' for its distinctive shape. It was used to coordinate fire for nearby coastal artillery batteries and provides panoramic views of the Baltic Sea.