Kościerzyna County

Kościerzyna County is an administrative region in Pomeranian Voivodeship that stretches across northern Poland and includes eight municipalities. The territory is organized around the central town of Kościerzyna and features a landscape of lakes and forests.

The territory was originally part of the Marquessate of Berent under German rule before becoming part of Poland after World War II. The current administrative structure was established through reforms that reorganized regional divisions in 1999.

The region preserves Kashubian traditions that come alive in local festivals and community gatherings. Visitors can experience this living heritage directly through the customs and practices of the municipalities.

The region sits about 50 kilometers southwest of Gdańsk and connects to major urban centers through established road networks. The relatively flat terrain and good connections between municipalities make it easy to travel through the area.

The area is known for its numerous lakes and extensive forests that form an important part of its natural landscape. These water features and woodlands shape the character of the terrain and offer opportunities for outdoor activities.

Location: Pomeranian Voivodeship

Inception: 1999

Capital city: Kościerzyna

Shares border with: Kartuzy County, Bytów County, Chojnice County, Powiat gdański, Starogard County

Website: https://powiatkoscierski.pl

GPS coordinates: 54.11667,17.98333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:59