Chełmno has a well-preserved historic old town, listed as a “Historic Monument of Poland”; Gothic churches and a Renaissance town hall are part of its cityscape. Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Chełmno and take an interest in culture and history will find a specific point of reference here.
Culture
The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary was founded in the 13th century and features a remarkably well-preserved Gothic style. The historic church heritage also includes the former Franciscan Church of St. James and St. Nicholas.
Chełmno Land is a historic region in north-central Poland associated with Vistula Pomerania and the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship.
Several named features are marked on maps in the vicinity of Chełmno: “Chełmno - Zamek” is located approximately 2.2 km north of Chełmno, and “Świecie - Zamek” approximately 8.4 km north. “Gądecz k/Bydgoszczy. Jaskinia Bajka” is located approximately 21.1 km southwest of Chełmno, “Pokrzywno - Ruiny zamku XIII w.” approximately 29.7 km northeast, and “Góra Kósciuslki” approximately 28.9 km northeast.
The Valentine's tradition in Chełmno includes themed walks that follow the history of Saint Valentine and local love legends. Anyone interested in local stories and traditions will find a specific aspect of the experience here.
The Renaissance town hall houses the Chełmno Land Museum.
Chełmno also preserves the relic of Saint Valentine; it is associated with long-standing legends and traditions involving couples and pilgrimages.
The city is located near the Vistula in north-central Poland.
Approximately 80% of Chełmno's medieval defensive walls have been preserved; 23 towers still remain.
The annual Valentine's tradition also includes a market with regional food and handicrafts.
Places in this selection: Chełmno, Lisewo, Papowo Biskupie, Staw.
