Zakrzewo

• The promenade has an educational trail with information boards about local fauna and flora.
• Józef, a natural monument on the promenade, is a pedunculate oak.
• The Szlak Pięciu Prawd Polaków consists of six large erratic boulders.
• The Dom Polski is a cultural centre; the church of św. Marii Magdaleny dates from the 19th century.

The promenade in Zakrzewo is suitable for both leisurely walks and bike rides. An educational trail adds information about local fauna and flora to your time outdoors: its information boards draw attention to the local animal and plant life. This means you can use a walk not only to get some exercise outdoors, but also as an opportunity to learn more about nature in Zakrzewo.

Another natural feature on the promenade is Józef, a pedunculate oak designated as a natural monument. If you are interested in individual trees and their significance in a landscape, it offers a tangible connection with nature. The beach on the promenade is an idyllic spot by the water. Sun loungers, green surroundings with grasses and trees, and walking paths characterise this area. It offers a different perspective on the promenade from the educational trail: here, the waterside setting and time spent among greenery and water take centre stage.

The Szlak Pięciu Prawd Polaków commemorates important events in the history of Polish identity in the German territories. It consists of six large erratic boulders. The first stands at the monument to Polish heritage in the Złotów region; the others are located along the promenade by Lake Proboszczowskie. The trail is a tourist attraction for locals and visitors from other regions. Its individual boulders and the remembrance of historical events give this subject a tangible form, without requiring a comprehensive overview of history.

The Dom Polski also reflects the history of Polish institutions in Zakrzewo. The building was erected in the town centre in 1934–1935. It originally housed a Polish school, a kindergarten, a bank, a library and the Great Rodło Hall, which had a stage. Today, the Dom Polski is a cultural centre where numerous events are held. The building’s historical uses and its current cultural function are different aspects of the same place.

The monument to the Polish defenders also stands in the centre of Zakrzewo. It commemorates the heroic deeds of Polish defenders who fought for their country’s freedom and independence. The monument is near the church of św. Marii Magdaleny and the Dom Polski. The historic church was built from fieldstones in 1839–1841. Nearby, the chapel of Matki Boskiej Radosnej is a place of religious devotion. Together, these sites show different facets of Zakrzewo’s history and religious life.

If you would like to compare other destinations alongside Zakrzewo, you can also find information about Głomsk, Okonek, Skórka, Radawnica, Jastrowie, Łąkie and Złotów.

What can you learn on the educational trail in Zakrzewo?

The information boards cover local fauna and flora. The educational trail is on the promenade.

What does the Szlak Pięciu Prawd Polaków consist of?

The trail consists of six large erratic boulders. The first stands at the monument to Polish heritage in the Złotów region, and the others are along the promenade by Lake Proboszczowskie.

What is the historical significance of the Dom Polski?

Today, the Dom Polski is a cultural centre.

For the broader travel overview: Flatow.