WARSAW, Poland— A Polish explorer claimed Friday he has found a massive underground structure in southwestern Poland that, he says, the Nazis built to protect thousands of people.
Krzysztof Szpakowski told a news conference that he has no doubt as to his find, which he says was based on evidence that he has gathered for decades, including witness statements, old documents and an examination of the area by ground-penetrating radar and by dowsers.
Speaking on TVN24, Szpakowski said the structure was part of the “Riese” (giant) system of railway tunnels, corridors and shelters that the Nazis were building during World War II in the mountains around the city of Walbrzych.
He said that anything from technical appliances to armaments could be inside, but “not a gold train.”
His conference was hosted by Walbrzych regional authorities, who said they have officially registered his information and are seeking state funds for the exploration.
