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Warsaw Uprising Mound

The Warsaw Uprising Mound stands in Action “Burza” Park in Warsaw’s Mokotów district. It was raised between 1946 and 1950 from rubble cleared after the destruction of the capital, and the Polish Fighting symbol stands at the summit. It is a place of remembrance, but the park’s revitalisation also created an inviting space for a walk, a city view and a thoughtful introduction to Warsaw’s history.

A monument made from the city’s rubble

The mound was originally called Czerniakowski Mound. In 1994, on the 50th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, the Anchor — the symbol of Fighting Poland — was placed at the top; in 2004 the mound officially received its current name. From this man-made hill, the memory of the uprising connects with the story of rebuilding the capital.

Action “Burza” Park

Two routes lead to the summit: stairs with resting places and reconstructed ravines with rubble-concrete walls. At the entrance from Bartycka Street, an exhibition explains Warsaw’s reconstruction, while gabions display fragments of the city’s ruins. The park also has a nature trail, a walkway among the trees, a children’s recreation area and a dog zone.

Practical information

The park is open around the clock and free to enter. It has been adapted for visitors with disabilities and carers with children, although you should choose the route to the mound according to your own needs. From 1 August to 2 October, the summit symbol is lit to resemble a flame. Allow about an hour for a calm walk through the park and the climb.