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The Dragon Trail

Krakow, Poland

Seven dragon statues—including one that breathes real fire—are scattered throughout the streets of Krakow. 

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Here be dragons. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
Here be dragons. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
Locals in Krakow are already fond of their local monsters. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
These newer, cuddly additions were meant to join the Wawel Dragon. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
A scavenger hunt for all the dragons makes for a great kid-friendly activity. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
Krakow's OG fire-breathing dragon was so popular they made more. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
Can you find all the dragons? dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
These fire-breathers aren't particularly fierce. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
The dragons first appeared in 2023. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
Locals sometimes dress the dragons for the elements. dee4di (Atlas Obscura User)
The fire-breathing Wawel Dragon. Michela Simoncini (CC BY 2.0) (Creative Commons)
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The Dragon Trail was launched on November 22, 2023, when the first of six very cute dragon figurines were installed in various points throughout Krakow. They were designed by Andrzej Mleczko and Edward Lutczyn, famous Krakow cartoonists.

Dragons perched in non-accidental places, and their presence usually heralds an interesting story, legend, or the memory of an original person. That is why it is worth discovering their secret along with a commemorative photo. Each figurine is only 35 to 50 centimeters tall. Although construction has been slow, city officials hope to have around 20 dragons on the trail 

Curiously, the seventh dragon on the trail is a much older—and somewhat more formidable-looking—mythical creature. The Wawel Dragon at Plac Na Groblach, which appears to guard the nearby Wawel Castle, was installed in 1972. in contrast to the diminuative dragons, this bronze beast stands six meters tall and breathes real fire. 

Know Before You Go

The coordinates for the Wawel Dragon are listed here. Detailed information regarding the distribution of the rest of the thunder of dragons can be found on several websites and on Google Maps.

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