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Poland's tallest Marian statue nearing completion

Entities: Roman Karkosik · Statue of the Mother of God (Konotop) · Toruń · Konotopie · Virgin Mary statue

Overview

Construction of the 55.6‑metre Virgin Mary monument near Konotopie remains on schedule for its 15 August 2026 unveiling, coinciding with the Feast of the Assumption. After scaffold removal in late June and the installation of the massive 10.5‑tonne hands in early July, the figure and its 15‑metre crown‑shaped viewing terrace are largely assembled, though concrete blocks and debris still litter the parking area.

In late June, Holcim Poland supplied roughly 2,500 m³ of Artevia Kolor decorative concrete, chosen for its uniform colour and weather resistance, to finish the statue’s exterior. The project, funded by entrepreneurs Grażyna and Roman Karkosik, who also built a new sanctuary in the village, is expected to become the tallest Marian monument in Europe, surpassing the Christ the King statue in Świebodzin and the Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro.

Organizers anticipate up to 10 000 visitors for the consecration ceremony, while local residents remain divided. Supporters cite a long‑term tourism boost; critics argue the €23 million (≈100 million zł) cost could have funded hospitals, shelters, or infrastructure improvements needed to handle the influx.

The monument is projected to draw pilgrims and tourists for centuries, bolstering the regional economy despite ongoing concerns about access roads and parking capacity.

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Roman Karkosik's 55.6‑metre Mother of God statue in Konotop

    Roman and Grażyna Karkosik funded a 55.6 m Mother of God statue in Konotop, Poland, costing ~100 m zł and set to open on 15 August. Residents debate its tourism benefits versus the high expense and local road‑s

  2. 7 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Polish billionaire funds Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue

    A 55‑metre Virgin Mary statue, the tallest in Europe, is being built in Konotopie, Poland, funded by billionaire Roman Karkosik at a cost of about €23 million, with an opening slated for August 15.

  3. 13 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Poland’s 56‑metre Mother of Mercy statue near completion in Konotopi

    Poland’s 55.6‑metre Mother of Mercy statue near Konotopi, financed by billionaire Roman Karkosik, nears completion with a planned August 15 unveiling.

  4. 16 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Poland's Konotopiu to unveil Europe's tallest Marian statue

    Poland's Konotopiu will open a 55‑metre Marian statue on 15 August, the tallest in Europe, funded by Roman Karkosik, with surrounding tourist facilities under construction.

  5. 28 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Krakow advances Kotlarski Bridge dilation work as Konotop's 50‑m Mother of God monument nears completion

    Kraków’s Kotlarski Bridge is receiving eight new expansion joints, while Konotop’s 50‑m Mother of God statue has its hands installed, with a dedication set for 15 August.

  6. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Poland's Konotopie to unveil Europe's tallest statue of Mary

    Poland's Konotopie is completing a 55.6 m Mary statue, funded by the Karkosikowie, to be unveiled on 15 August and become Europe's tallest Marian monument.

  7. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Poland's New 55.6‑Metre Our Lady of Sorrows Monument Near Toruń

    Poland is building a 55.6‑metre Our Lady of Sorrows monument near Toruń, using 2,500 m³ of Holcim’s Artevia Kolor concrete; construction runs 2025‑2026 with a viewing terrace.

Sources

cgs.pl · dzienniknarodowy.pl · efakt.pl · index.hr · komercja24.pl · krknews.pl · mariacki.com · podroze.onet.pl · propertydesign.pl · radiopik.pl · razydzisiaj.pl · seznamzpravy.cz · vecernji.ba · wprost.pl · wydarzenia.interia.pl · wykop.pl

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