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Kartuzy, Administrative center in Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland

Kartuzy is a city in the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland and serves as the administrative center of Kartuzy County. The town sits in gently rolling terrain with lakes and forests surrounding the area.

The city was founded around 1380 by Carthusian monks who received land grants to establish their monastery in this location. This monastic community shaped the place for centuries and made it an important religious and economic center.

The city serves as a center for Kashubian cultural life, with a museum displaying the traditions and crafts of this regional ethnic group. Visitors can see how this heritage remains present in local daily practices and local products.

The city is located on major transportation routes and is easy to reach from neighboring urban centers, making it convenient for day trips or longer stays. The flat to gently rolling terrain makes it easy to navigate on foot or by bicycle.

The historic core of the town around the former monastery grounds is still recognizable today, even though little remains of the original buildings. Visitors can still spot traces of this past woven through the modern townscape.

Location: Gmina Kartuzy

Inception: 1391

Elevation above the sea: 42 m

Website: http://kartuzy.pl

GPS coordinates: 54.33424,18.19735

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:20

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