We meet on Saturday, 9 August 2025 at 17:00 in front of the gate of Krasiński Garden, from Krasiński Square. The walk is scheduled to last approximately 2h.
The Warsaw Uprising is not only about the heroic struggle of young people, but also about the tragic fate of the civilian population. Every day of the Rising was a day full of heroism, but also of suffering and despair for ordinary people. W...
On the occasion of the 81st anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Uprising, I would like to invite you to a walk in the footsteps of the Uprising in the Old Town, during which we will find out:
- Why did the Umbrella find its way to Krasinski Palace?
- Which way did the insurgents descend into the canal?
- Who was the best canal guide and what did he do?
- What happened at the Old Town Square?
- What was that "I fly, I rush..."?
- Where did the Liberator carrying aid to fighting Warsaw fall?
- Where did the parade of insurgents take place?
- What was the deciding factor for marriage in the Rising?
- Where did the driver from Arsenal Action get married?
- Where was the Headquarters of the Home Army located?
- Why 'Black Sunday'?
- Where can we find a moment of reflection?
- How did subterfuge save the group from being slaughtered?
- Did the little insurgents fight?
- How did 'Spider' save 'Christ' and what did the German leave behind?
- What happened to the Sigismund's Column?
and many more...
There is no charge for taking part in the walk, however, if you feel that the guide deserves a tip (...)
The walk will be led by a Warsaw Notebook city guide.