Warsaw Barbican

The Warsaw Barbican is a 16th-century red-brick fort rebuilt after WWII, marking the gateway between Warsaw’s Old and New Towns.

The Warsaw Barbican is one of the few remaining parts of the historic fortifications that once encircled the Old Town. Built in the mid-16th century, this semi-circular defensive outpost was designed by the Italian architect Giovanni Battista, and served as a gate between the Old and New Towns of Warsaw. Although its military significance quickly faded with the advent of more modern warfare, the Barbican remained a symbolic element of the city's medieval charm. Severely damaged during World War II, it was meticulously reconstructed in the 1950s using bricks recovered from other historical sites. Today, the Barbican stands as a striking architectural feature and a popular pedestrian gateway, offering visitors a glimpse into Warsaw's storied past amidst the vibrant backdrop of the restored Old Town.

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