Gdynia Maritime University GMU

On 11 November 2023, Gdynia will traditionally and solemnly celebrate the anniversary of Poland's regaining of independence in 1918. One of the main highlights of this event is the Independence Parade. 

This year's Independence Parade will begin at 12 noon at Gdynia City Hall and will make its way to the Maritime Poland Monument in Kościuszko Square, where official celebrations will take place with the participation of the City's authorities, heads of the navy, and representatives of social organisations. As every year, the Gdynia Maritime University will also join the celebrations.

At 2:00 pm., at the Pomeranian Quay (opposite the Gdynia Aquarium), we will also welcome the University's sail training ship "Dar Młodzieży", returning to its home port from an almost six-month voyage, during which the frigate crossed the equator.

We would like to invite all staff and students together with their families to take part in the celebrations and welcome of the “Dar Młodzieży”.

The Independence Parade will take place on Friday 11 November 2023 at 12:00 pm. Gdynia Maritime University students are invited to meet at 10:40 am at the Marshall Józef Piłsudski monument (al. Piłsudskiego in Gdynia). Staff and their families are invited to join us at 11:30 am at the Marshall Piłsudski monument. 

Following the Parade, all employees and students are invited to gather for a commemorative photo at the Council of Europe Park. All those taking part on behalf of Gdynia Maritime University will be offered hot pea soup and a pastry.