KASHUBIA
A trip to the part of Kashubia known as Szwajcaria Kaszubska (“Kashubian
Switzerland”) is a chance to experience the culture of a people who have
inhabited this area for centuries. The Kashubian Museum in Kartuzy has a
collection of original embroidery, toys and snuffboxes carved from horn, in
Chmielno are working potteries and in Wdzydze Kiszewskie is a skansen with traditional Kashubian cottages.
TIPS FOR DRIVERS
- Tour length: 120 km (75 miles).
- Stopping-off points: There are bars and restaurants
in Kartuzy, Chmielno and Kościerzyna. - Places of interest: Kashubian Museum,
Kartuzy.
- Tel: 058 681 14 42.
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8am–4pm Mon–Fri, 8am–3pm Sat,
10am–2pm Sun. -
Oct–Apr: Sun.
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KASHUBIAN POTTERY MUSEUM, CHMIELNO.
- Tel: 058 684 22 89.
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9am–6pm daily.