Obżartuch
Świdnicka 13
Obzartuch the Glutton sits near KFC on ul. Swidnicka, happily chomping on a fried chicken leg — one of Wroclaw's most recognisable food-themed dwarfs.
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Story
Obzartuch — the Glutton — is Wroclaw's happiest diner, stationed near KFC on ul. Swidnicka with a chicken leg in hand and absolutely zero regrets. He eats with the unbridled enthusiasm of someone who has discovered the greatest invention in dwarf history. Legend has it he arrived on ul. Swidnicka following a trail of delicious smells, sat down in front of the fast-food shop, and simply never left. Some say he single-handedly made fried chicken the unofficial food of the dwarf community.
History & Significance
Obzartuch is located near KFC on ul. Swidnicka, one of Wroclaw's busiest pedestrian streets in the city centre. He was commissioned by the restaurant to match their brand identity, with the classic fried chicken prop making him immediately recognisable. Ul. Swidnicka has been a commercial hub since the Middle Ages, and Obzartuch fits right into its long tradition of food vendors and hungry travellers.
Inspiration
Wroclaw has a whole group of food-themed dwarfs, and Obzartuch is perhaps the most unambiguously food-loving of all. Unlike dwarfs that merely carry a dish, he actively devours a chicken leg with gleeful abandon. He embodies the simple pleasures of a good meal and the city's vibrant food culture, which ranges from traditional Polish pierogi to international fast food.
Fun Facts
- Obzartuch is one of several food-themed Wroclaw dwarfs; others nearby include Pierożnik (ul. Kuznicza) and Rogalik (ul. Kuznicza 65/66).
- He holds a fried chicken leg — the unmistakeable prop connecting him to the KFC franchise that commissioned him.
- Ul. Swidnicka is one of Wroclaw's oldest commercial streets, with a history as a trading artery stretching back to the Middle Ages.
- His name, 'Obzartuch', is a mild Polish insult meaning 'glutton' — but somehow on a dwarf it sounds completely endearing.
- Children often try to take the chicken leg out of his hand, but — reassuringly — it is cast in solid bronze.
How to Find This Dwarf
Find ul. Swidnicka south of the Market Square — it is Wroclaw's main pedestrian artery and impossible to miss. Obzartuch is near the KFC restaurant on this street. The whole street is flat and easy to walk; from the Swidnicka tram stop it's just a short stroll.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Obzartuch dwarf in Wroclaw?
Obzartuch is located near KFC on ul. Swidnicka, the main pedestrian street south of the Market Square. He is very easy to spot with his fried chicken leg.
Who commissioned the Obzartuch dwarf?
He was commissioned by KFC to represent their restaurant on ul. Swidnicka, making him one of Wroclaw's corporate-sponsored dwarfs.
Are there other food dwarfs near Obzartuch?
Yes — Wroclaw has many food-themed dwarfs. Nearby examples include Pierożnik on ul. Kuznicza and Rogalik on ul. Kuznicza 65/66.
Accessibility
Wheelchair AccessibleGround LevelOutdoor
Located on the flat, car-free pedestrian zone of ul. Swidnicka. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs; the entire street is a smooth-paved pedestrian thoroughfare.
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