Niesamowitek
Zygmunta Wróblewskiego 2a
Niesamowitek is Wroclaw's dwarf of perpetual amazement — his name means 'incredible,' and his posture of open-mouthed wonder perfectly captures what it feels like to discover Wroclaw's dwarf universe for the first time.
Turn Your Walk Into an Adventure
Wrocław's streets are full of tiny hidden treasures. Every dwarf you discover gets added to your personal Dwarf Trail — a free collection of stamps, stories, and memories from your time in the city.
No rush — collect at your own pace.
No app download · Works on any phone
Story
Niesamowitek is Wroclaw's dwarf of wonders — his very name means 'awesome' or 'incredible,' and he lives up to it daily. He stands wherever astonishment is needed, arms perpetually poised as if he has just witnessed something truly spectacular. Children adore him because he seems to react with the same open-mouthed amazement that they feel when they first spot a dwarf on the pavement. He is, in short, perpetually amazed — which in Wroclaw is entirely reasonable.
History & Significance
Niesamowitek is one of Wroclaw's many personality-type dwarfs, capturing the human quality of being easily amazed and enthusiastic about the world. He is part of the vast collection of over 1,000 bronze dwarfs spread across the city. His exact address can be confirmed via wromap.pl, the most up-to-date database of Wroclaw's dwarf locations.
Inspiration
His name comes from the Polish word 'niesamowity,' meaning awesome, incredible, or extraordinary. In a city of over 1,000 dwarf personalities, Niesamowitek represents the most fundamental human reaction to Wroclaw itself: sheer amazement. The city has, after all, managed to fill its streets with bronze figures so completely that the surprised reaction he embodies is exactly what most first-time visitors feel.
Fun Facts
- His name 'Niesamowitek' comes from 'niesamowity' — Polish for incredible, awesome, or extraordinary.
- He is one of Wroclaw's 'emotion dwarfs,' capturing a feeling rather than a profession — making him relatable to visitors of every age.
- Children often mimic his expression of wide-eyed wonder when they spot him, creating an unexpected mirror effect between dwarf and discoverer.
- In the dwarf community, Niesamowitek is said to be the go-to companion for new arrivals, since his permanent state of astonishment means he never grows tired of sightseeing.
- Every time a new dwarf joins the Wroclaw family, Niesamowitek is reportedly the first to react — and the last to stop talking about it.
How to Find This Dwarf
Check wromap.pl for Niesamowitek's current exact address before heading out. When you arrive in the right area, look for the dwarf with arms raised or an expression of delighted surprise — his posture of amazement is his most distinctive feature.
Nearby Dwarfs
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Niesamowitek dwarf in Wroclaw?
Check wromap.pl for Niesamowitek's current precise address, as dwarf locations are regularly updated. He is one of Wroclaw's personality-type character dwarfs.
What does the name Niesamowitek mean?
Niesamowitek comes from the Polish word 'niesamowity,' meaning incredible, awesome, or extraordinary. He is Wroclaw's dwarf of perpetual amazement and wonder.
Accessibility
Wheelchair AccessibleGround LevelOutdoor
Located at street level. The surrounding pavement is flat and suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs — verify specific surface conditions at wromap.pl.
300+ Dwarfs.
One City. Your Trail.
They're hiding on street corners, under bridges, perched on windowsills, crouching by fountains. Every dwarf you discover becomes a stamp on your Dwarf Trail — a free, personal record of your Wrocław adventure.