Piłsudski Mound - Free Audio Guide
Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Kopiec Piłsudskiego, Aleja Do Kopca, Las Wolski, Zwierzyniec, Kraków, województwo małopolskie, 30-238, Polska
Kopiec Piłsudskiego, also known as the Mound of Independence, is the highest of five mounds in Kraków, standing at 35 meters. Constructed between 1934 and 1937, it commemorates Józef Piłsudski, a key figure in Poland's struggle for independence. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Kraków and the Tatra Mountains from its summit. The site is significant for its historical context, housing earth from various Polish battlefields. The mound is accessible year-round, with no admission fee. Be prepared for a moderate hike to the top and enjoy the surrounding Wolski Forest.