You might be encouraged to visit today, but Wisloujscie Fortress hasn't always rolled out the welcome mat! Discover the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was designed to defend.

Head for Gdansk, pay the admission fee and find out why Wisloujscie Fortress is on the itinerary of many visitors. You might like to hang around a while, because there are some other great attractions close to this history-filled fortress. St. Marys Church, Gdańsk Main Town Hall and Stadion Energa Gdańsk are a few suggestions.

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Discover Gdansk Walking Tour

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Private transportation to the Stutthof Concentration Camp 4h

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Sopot: Sunset Yacht Cruise with Welcome Drink

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Gdańsk: City Sightseeing Tour by Buggy/Golf Cart LIVE GUIDED 1H

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Gdansk: Scenic Evening Yacht Cruise with Welcome Drink

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