Gdańsk Shipyard
Stocznia Gdańska
A floundering Polish shipyard was once the soul of the Solidarity movement that capsized communism.

📜 Historic shipyard, birthplace of the Solidarity movement and a symbol of communism's fall.
🔍 A unique complex of industrial architecture and monuments to fallen workers.

Why Go

✊ Learn about the Solidarity movement and its pivotal role in history
🏗️ Admire a blend of 19th-century industrial, communist-era, and modern architecture
🚶 Explore the site of significant geopolitical changes and worker protests
🖼️ Discover the area's transformation into a hub of culture, art, and entrepreneurship

Why Avoid

♿ Not suitable for people with reduced mobility or strollers on guided tours

ℹ️ Tips

Look for guides with yellow umbrellas for Walkative! tours
Tours run in all weather conditions, except extreme storms
Booking is obligatory for tours; large groups require a private tour

💰 Cost

"Pay What You Wish" tours, typical contribution €10-€50 per person

📍 Meeting Point

Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970, Solidarity Square

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