Fort Wrocław No. 9

Fort Wrocław No. 9 on Pełczyńska street in the Lipa Piotrowska district of Wrocław is a former defensive fort, now home to the Social Military Museum, open to visitors.

A museum in the fort's casemates

The fort's casemates house the exhibition "Breslau 1808-1950 Wrocław", devoted to the city's military history. Outside, exhibits include a T-55 tank, an SKOT armoured personnel carrier, a BRDM-2 vehicle and a Su-20 aircraft.

Visiting

The fort can only be visited in organised groups, with a Polish-speaking guide; a tour in English is possible if arranged in advance. The museum is run by local history enthusiasts, and its activities are financially supported by the Wrocław City Office.

Practical information

• Address: Pełczyńska street 33, Wrocław, Lipa Piotrowska district
• Getting there: the Lipa Piotrowska district in the north of Wrocław
• What to expect: the fort is open to visitors seasonally, in organised groups with a guide; current visiting days and hours need to be checked before your visit, as the venue has no known website of its own