Barlinek, Medieval town in West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Barlinek is a medieval town in West Pomerania in northwestern Poland. The settlement sits on rolling terrain surrounded by a large lake and sections of forest.
The settlement was founded in 1278 by the Margraviate of Brandenburg under its original name Nova Berlyn. It grew into a fortified medieval center along the border between German and Slavic lands.
The town holds a chess festival each year that honors a former world champion with ties to the area. Walking through the old town, you can find restaurants serving regional Polish food and learn about this unexpected connection.
The town sits near several lakes open to fishing and has walking trails through nearby forests. The best time to visit is during warmer months when all paths and lakeshores are easily accessible.
The forests surrounding the town produce specific varieties of honey that have received official protection status. Visitors might spot local beekeepers tending their hives throughout the wooded areas.
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