Wrati i Slawi
Krakowska 71-105
Wrati i Slawi are a joyful dancing duo sculpted by Tomasz Moczek, welcoming visitors outside the Selgros wholesale hall at ul. Krakowska 71-105 in Wroclaw.
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Story
Wrati i Slawi are a pair of bronze dwarfs forever caught mid-dance, spinning and twirling outside the entrance to the Selgros wholesale hall on ul. Krakowska. Legend has it they arrived from the Underground World of Dwarfs to welcome every shopper with such infectious energy that even the most tired trolley-pusher cracks a smile. No one has ever seen them stand still — locals swear that if you blink at the wrong moment, they have swapped positions.
History & Significance
Wrati i Slawi were installed on 8 March 2011 — International Women's Day — outside the Selgros Cash & Carry warehouse at ul. Krakowska 71-105 in Wroclaw. Sculptor Tomasz Moczek, the founding father of the Wroclaw dwarf tradition, created the pair on commission from Selgros. The name playfully riffs on the Polish verb 'wracac' (to return) and the Slavic root 'slawa' (glory or fame), hinting that every customer who wanders in will leave famous for their bargains.
Inspiration
Selgros Cash & Carry is one of the largest wholesale retailers in Poland, catering to businesses, catering professionals, and bulk buyers. The two dwarfs reflect the lively, bustling energy of a busy wholesale market where deals are struck and goods change hands at speed. Placed at the entrance, they serve as cheerful ambassadors for the store — a tradition that fits perfectly within Wroclaw's love of using dwarfs to bring personality to commercial and civic spaces.
Fun Facts
- There are two of them — a rarity in the dwarf world, where most figures stand alone.
- They were installed on International Women's Day, 8 March 2011, giving the date an extra festive flair.
- Sculptor Tomasz Moczek, who created Wroclaw's first official dwarfs in 2005, also made this energetic pair.
- Their names blend the Polish word for 'returning' and the Slavic word for 'glory' — a nod to loyal, triumphant shoppers.
- Standing outside a cash-and-carry warehouse, they are among the few Wroclaw dwarfs who greet wholesale buyers rather than tourists.
How to Find This Dwarf
Take tram line 23 or 31 towards Stadion and alight at the Krakowska stop. Walk towards the large Selgros warehouse on ul. Krakowska 71-105 — the dancing duo stands right at the main entrance, impossible to miss. From the city centre, the journey takes about 15 minutes by tram.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the Wrati i Slawi dwarfs in Wroclaw?
They stand at the entrance to the Selgros Cash & Carry warehouse at ul. Krakowska 71-105. Take tram 23 or 31 to the Krakowska stop.
Who made the Wrati i Slawi dwarfs?
They were sculpted by Tomasz Moczek, the artist behind Wroclaw's first bronze dwarfs, and installed by Selgros on 8 March 2011.
What do the names Wrati and Slawi mean?
The names playfully reference the Polish verb 'wracac' (to return/come back) and 'slawa' (glory or fame) — a fun nod to returning shoppers who leave triumphant.
Accessibility
Wheelchair AccessibleGround LevelOutdoor
Flat, wide pavement at the Selgros warehouse entrance. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Large car park surrounds the area.
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