Introducing Pomerania
The diverse region of Pomerania (Pomorze) could be summarised by the three Bs – beaches, beer gardens and bricks. Although Poland isn’t often regarded as a beach destination by outsiders, for the Poles this area is prime summer-holiday territory. The shores of the Baltic Sea are blessed with fine white sand, and during the warmer months you’ll find its numerous seaside towns heavily populated by Polish and German visitors enjoying the sunshine on the sands, or seated in the beer gardens that materialise the moment the weather heats up.
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The German connection isn’t just recreational – Pomerania has switched hands between Germanic and Polish rulers many times over the centuries. The region’s character is also tinged with influences from Swedes, Danes and other past invaders; and its magnificently eventful history is symbolised by the stunning historic city of Gdańsk.
This is where the bricks come in – the red bricks that comprise central Pomerania’s wealth of Gothic architecture, an enduring legacy of its medieval conquerors. Castles, churches and ancient granaries loom large amid the region’s well-worn towns and cities, lending it a distinctive visual identity. Every name on the map has its own architectural keepsake, and its areas of natural beauty provide even more reasons to visit.
With its unique mix of sea, sand and unforgettable historic sights, Pomerania is both very Polish and possessed of a character all its own. From its bustling major cities to its beachside villages and attractive inland towns, the region is a fascinating destination.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Our Top Picks For Pomerania
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1 Gdańsk
Strolling past the breathtaking historic buildings lining Długi Targ in Gdańsk
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2 Sopot
Chilling out at a cool bar or café in sensational Sopot
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3 Frombork
Following the astronomical footprints of Copernicus in Frombork
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4 Malbork’s castle
Visiting the Teutonic past at Malbork’s castle
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5 Toruń
Munching gingerbread among the Gothic architecture of Toruń
Our favourite Pomerania Blogs (beta)
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Shakespeare Untranslated: To See, or Not to See?
Blog: Aerohaveno: A Travel Blog - 12 November 2010
To be, or not to be? To see, or not see a Shakespeare play in a foreign language? Now, that really is the question. When travelling in a country with a different language from your own, a lot of its culture is still open to you.
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Companions on the Polish Road 2: Toruń to Lublin
Blog: Aerohaveno: A Travel Blog - 13 August 2010
“A good companion shortens the longest road.” This sentence is an old Turkish proverb, and it proved very applicable to my recent research trip through Poland for Lonely Planet.
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Companions on the Polish Road 1: Kraków to Gdańsk
Blog: Aerohaveno: A Travel Blog - 6 August 2010
When I travelled around Poland in 2008, I made a point of talking with people I encountered along the way. As I was researching a possible travelogue book about Poland, I wanted to get the most out of encounters with locals on my journeys.
