Centrum Dowodzenia Twierdza Przemyśl
Modern centre with an interactive exhibition on the history of the Przemyśl Fortress and the fighting of the First World War, plus the exhibition “Przemyskie szlaki wojny”.
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About the museum
The Centrum Dowodzenia Twierdza Przemyśl is a modern venue devoted to the history of the fortress, which at the beginning of the 20th century was one of the largest fortifications in modern Europe. During the First World War it became the scene of bloody fighting, and its capture on 22 March 1915 was compared with the siege of Verdun. Today the Przemyśl Fortress is a monument of history, recognised in 2018, and the forts of the outer ring survive as picturesque ruins.
The centre was officially opened on 19 September 2024. Its exhibition consists of ten interactive elements designed to bring the history of the fortress and the First World War closer to pupils and adults. The exhibition “Przemyskie szlaki wojny: I i II wojna światowa w broni i militariach” (Przemyśl Paths of War: the First and Second World Wars in weapons and militaria) is also shown here. From time to time there are temporary exhibitions, including drawings by Josef Lada, and a small gallery of paintings with angels.
The facility is adapted for people with disabilities, and in a regional competition it took third place in the category of institutions open to blind people. The centre hosts history lessons, workshops, holiday camps and cultural events.
Highlights
- Ten interactive elements on the history of the Przemyśl Fortress
- “Przemyskie szlaki wojny” exhibition with weapons and militaria from both world wars
- Audio guide, also with an induction loop
- Facility adapted for people with disabilities
- History lessons and workshops for schools
Permanent exhibitions
- Ekspozycja interaktywna o Twierdzy Przemyśl – Ten interactive elements presenting the history of the fortress and the fighting of the First World War.
- Przemyskie szlaki wojny: I i II wojna światowa w broni i militariach – Exhibition of weapons and militaria from both world wars connected with Przemyśl.
- Founded
- 2024
- Operated by
- POSiR Przemyśl
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 22 zł |
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| Reduced | 11 złpupils and students up to age 26, pensioners, disability pensioners and people with disabilities |
| Children & teens | 1 złThe ticket for children aged 3 to 7 costs PLN 1. |
| Groups (15+ people) | 31 zł per personGuided tours only on Saturdays and Sundays, for a group of at least 15 people after booking: PLN 31 standard and PLN 20 concession per person. |
| Guided tour – standard (Saturdays and Sundays, from 15 people) | 31 zł |
| Guided tour – concession (Saturdays and Sundays, from 15 people) | 20 zł |
| Audio guide rental | 11 zł |
| Audio guide with induction loop (for people with a hearing impairment) | 1 zł |
| Guide for an organised group (max. 50 people) | 198 złBooking at least 2 days in advance; participants also buy admission tickets. |
| Group ticket for educational sessions (max. 35 people) | 5 złPer person; booking at least 7 days in advance. |
Holders of the Przemyska Karta Mieszkańca (Przemyśl Resident Card) pay PLN 20 (standard) and PLN 10 (concession), PLN 28 and PLN 18 for a guided tour, and PLN 10 for an audio guide.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The facility is adapted for people with disabilities; in a regional competition it took third place in the category of institutions open to blind people. An audio guide with an induction loop is available for people with a hearing impairment.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
Children aged 3 to 7 pay PLN 1. The exhibition has interactive elements, and during the winter holidays day camps are organised.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
The centre’s website provides information on getting there by bus (including a dedicated line from the centre of Przemyśl) and by car.
Amenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Organised groups book their visit on +48 531 699 580 or at twierdza@posir.pl. History lessons and educational sessions are held for schools. |
