Szczytniki natural and landscape complex
Szczytniki is a large natural complex near Wrocław that includes meadows, woodlands, ponds, and open spaces with hundreds of tree and shrub species. The landscape features a Japanese garden with bridges and pavilions, two ponds with weeping willows, walking paths, and a 17th-century wooden church that was moved here from a nearby village.
The complex was created in the late 18th century when Frederick Louis Hohenlohe purchased the forest in 1783 and began transforming it into a park in the English style. This approach to park design was innovative at the time and became popular across Europe.
The name comes from the former village of Szczytniki, which was named after local craftsmen who made shields. Today, visitors walk through diverse sections and experience how the land is used as a place for relaxation and connection with nature.
The complex is easily accessible by public transport, with stops near the Centennial Hall and the zoo, just a few minutes walk away. Car parking is available at the Centennial Hall lot, but during events it may fill quickly, so arriving early or using alternative parking is recommended.
The Japanese garden within the complex was built for a 1913 exhibition and later restored with help from Japanese landscape experts. It opens only from April to October and features traditional elements like bridges, small pagodas, and plants typical of Japan that are not found elsewhere in the area.
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