Kruszek z wróbelkiem Łakomczuszkiem
Legnicka 158
Kruszek and Lakomczuszek the sparrow are a sweet duo outside Cukiernia Wolak at ul. Legnicka 158, forever eyeing the pastry counter with gleeful anticipation.
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Story
Kruszek and his feathered companion Lakomczuszek (the 'Greedy Little Sparrow') are the sweetest duo on ul. Legnicka. Perched outside Cukiernia Wolak at number 158, they are forever mid-snack, surrounded — at least in their imagination — by the most irresistible pastries in Wroclaw. Lakomczuszek, the sparrow, is said to have found Kruszek after following the scent of freshly baked sugar all the way from the city centre. They have been inseparable ever since.
History & Significance
Kruszek and Lakomczuszek were installed in November 2015 outside Wolak Confectionery (Cukiernia Wolak) at ul. Legnicka 158 in the Gadow-Popowice Poludniowe neighbourhood, about 4 km west of the city centre. The two figures were commissioned by the bakery to celebrate the pleasures of homemade sweets and to charm customers before they even enter the shop.
Inspiration
The dwarf-and-bird pairing reflects the real-world charm of an old-fashioned confectionery — a place where both dwarfs and sparrows might linger for an extra pastry. Cukiernia Wolak is a traditional Wroclaw bakery, and the figures neatly capture that combination of cosy nostalgia and sweet temptation that defines the best neighbourhood cake shops.
Fun Facts
- Lakomczuszek is one of very few bird characters in the entire Wroclaw dwarf collection — most companions are other dwarfs.
- The pair were installed in November 2015, making them relative newcomers to the western stretches of ul. Legnicka.
- Their location is about 4 km from the Market Square, rewarding dwarf hunters who venture beyond the city centre.
- The name 'Lakomczuszek' literally means 'little greedy one' — a fitting title for a sparrow who cannot resist a crumb.
- Locals claim that patting Lakomczuszek before entering the bakery guarantees you will find your favourite pastry still in stock.
How to Find This Dwarf
Take tram line 20 or 31 westward along ul. Legnicka and alight near number 158. The pair are on the pavement outside the Wolak bakery, easy to spot from the street. If you are coming by car, there is street parking along ul. Legnicka.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are Kruszek and Lakomczuszek in Wroclaw?
They stand outside Cukiernia Wolak bakery at ul. Legnicka 158, in the Gadow-Popowice Poludniowe neighbourhood, about 4 km west of the city centre.
Who is Lakomczuszek?
Lakomczuszek is Kruszek's companion — a small bronze sparrow whose name means 'little greedy one'. The pair were installed in November 2015 by the local bakery.
Is Cukiernia Wolak still open?
Cukiernia Wolak is a traditional Wroclaw confectionery and the sponsor of the dwarfs. Check current opening hours before visiting, as they may vary.
Accessibility
Wheelchair AccessibleGround LevelOutdoor
The figures stand on flat pavement outside the bakery. The street is fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
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