Statues of Bratislava

The unusual statues of Bratislava

Bratislava is a city full of surprises, dotted with unusual statues that make passers-by smile. The most famous is undoubtedly Čumil, the man emerging from a manhole. The Bratislava audio-guided tour stops here to evoke these quirky works, become one of the signatures of the capital.

Čumil and the other figures of the city

Beyond its great monuments, Bratislava is famous for its bronze statues scattered throughout the old town. The best known is Čumil, the man emerging from a manhole while watching the passers-by. You also come across the soldier of Napoleon's army, leaning on a bench, or Schöne Náci, an elegant character greeting the passers-by. These quirky works bring humour and fantasy to the heart of the capital.

What to see

You set off to discover the unusual statues along the lanes of the old town: Čumil in his manhole, Napoleon's soldier, Schöne Náci and other figures. This humorous treasure hunt delights young and old. It is a playful and photogenic stop, which reveals the mischievous side of Bratislava.

Practical information

The unusual statues are discovered in the streets of the old town of Bratislava, reachable on foot. They are open-air works, freely visible at all times, with no ticket office. On the level, they are spotted during an attentive walk in the centre, like a treasure hunt through the city.

What is the most famous statue of Bratislava?

Čumil, the man emerging from a manhole while watching the passers-by, is the most famous of the unusual statues of the old town.

Where can you see the unusual statues of Bratislava?

In the streets of the old town of Bratislava, where they are scattered like a treasure hunt through the centre.