Olszynka, Administrative district in Gdańsk, Poland
Olszynka is a neighborhood in the southeastern part of Gdańsk characterized by flat terrain and low-lying ground. The area features numerous drainage ditches and combines residential zones with industrial facilities including a freight railway station.
The neighborhood began in the 14th century under Teutonic rule as Walddorf and served as a forest reserve for Gdańsk as it expanded. Over time it transformed from this forest function into a mixed residential and industrial area.
The neighborhood reveals its traditional character through single-family homes and brick houses built for railway workers over the decades. Scattered throughout are allotment gardens that shape everyday life for those who live here.
The neighborhood connects to central Gdańsk by bus, making it easy to reach from other parts of the city. A freight railway station provides connections to the North Port if you wish to explore industrial zones.
The Olszynski Manor from 1802 was rescued from deterioration by a local congregation and now functions as a Christian Center. The building shows how residents actively preserve and repurpose local heritage.
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