The park was established specifically to preserve the memory of the Litzmannstadt Ghetto, one of the longest-operating ghettos in Nazi-occupied Europe.
Each tree in the park is assigned a unique number corresponding to a specific survivor or family, creating a living archive.
The park layout utilizes the natural topography of the site to create distinct memorial zones.
The monument to the 'Righteous Among the Nations' is inscribed with the names of individuals who risked their lives to protect Jewish citizens.
The project was initiated by Halina Elczewska, a survivor of the Litzmannstadt Ghetto.
The park serves as a green buffer zone separating the former ghetto area from contemporary residential developments.
The park design incorporates native Polish flora to maintain a somber, naturalized aesthetic.
Park Ocalałych (Park of the Survivors) serves as a living memorial dedicated to those who survived the Litzmannstadt Ghetto in Łódź. Opened in 2004, the park commemorates the 60th anniversary of the liquidation of the ghetto. The site features the 'Righteous Among the Nations' tree-lined avenue, where individual trees have been planted by survivors and their families. A central mound, the Hill of Memory, provides a panoramic view of the surrounding area and houses a monument to the Poles who saved Jews during the Holocaust. The landscaping includes stone paths and thematic plantings intended to foster quiet reflection. It is situated on land that once bordered the original ghetto walls. The site remains a primary venue for official city commemorations related to World War II history.
The path leading to the top of the Hill of Memory offers a clear, unobstructed view of the memorial site.
Walk the full length of the 'Righteous Among the Nations' alley to read the individual dedications on the tree plaques.
Visit the Hill of Memory for the best perspective on the scale and layout of the park.
Bring water and sunscreen as large sections of the park are open and lack dense tree canopy.
Avoid treating the park as a standard recreational site for sports or picnics; it is a dedicated historical memorial.
Maintain a quiet, respectful demeanor suitable for a memorial site.
