Discover Gmina Wąbrzeźno

Churches, the Market Square and historic traces

The Church of Matki Bożej Królowej Polski in Wąbrzeźno dates from 1836. It houses sacred artworks from the 16th to the 19th century. The building’s construction date and collection provide a clear historical framework for a visit: the church and its artworks take you through different periods of history.

The restored Market Square also tells a story of historical connections. Two lizards in the square symbolise the Knights’ Association of the Chełmno Land, founded in 1397. The combination of a visible detail and a specific founding year makes this spot a distinct point of interest as you explore. In Wąbrzeźno, the ruins of the Castle of the Bishops of Chełmno are also among the sights worth visiting. A tourist trail through the town includes eight historic stops, adding further points of historical interest to individual visits.

The wider destination of Briesen also includes two other church-related landmarks in Wąbrzeźno: the Church of Saints Simon and Jude Thaddeus was built between 1323 and 1349; the parish church has served as the Sanctuary of Matki Bożej Brzemiennej since the 16th century. The name “Sanctuary of Matki Bożej Brzemiennej” was first officially used in 1993 for the long-standing Marian cult. Also in Wąbrzeźno is the town hall, built in 1892 from unplastered red brick in the Neo-Gothic style.

Routes, lakes and choosing your distance

Walking and cycling routes with viewpoints and fitness equipment run through Wąbrzeźno. The routes and promenades also lead around Jezioro Zamkowe, Frydek and Sitno. They are described as well-developed, lit and safe; as with outdoor routes, conditions can change. Route length is another practical point of comparison when planning: the green KP-4077-z route is about 52 kilometres long and runs, among other places, through Jabłonowo Pomorskie, Wąbrzeźno, Kowalewo Pomorskie and Ciechocin. Another route is 55 kilometres long and runs via Kowalewo Pomorskie, Srebrniki, Orzechowo, Ryńsk, Płużnica, Nowa Wieś Królewska, Radzyń Chełmiński and Wronie to Wąbrzeźno. Both distances can help you choose a tour; before setting out on a longer route, check its current course and accessibility.

The Szlak Towarzystwa Jaszczurczego also passes through Wąbrzeźno. Its locations are associated with the activities of the Towarzystwo Jaszczurcze, as well as with late medieval architecture and urban planning. The TO-7001-n route also passes through Wąbrzeźno on its way from Toruń to Grudziądz. This gives you a choice of routes with different historical associations and courses, without implying that the routes are the same.

Cultural and activity venues in the wider destination of Briesen

The wider destination of Briesen includes further activities in Wąbrzeźno. Przystań Sportów Wodnych im. Jana Bosmana-Lewandowskiego offers opportunities for kayaking, sailing and stand-up paddleboarding; these activities may be seasonal. There is a town beach at Jezioro Zamkowe in Podzamcze. For cultural evenings, there is an open-air amphitheatre, where seasonal concerts take place by the water. These activities offer different possible focuses for your trip: water, time outdoors and culture.

Centrum Aktywności „Przyjazne Wzgórze“ includes rope courses, ground-level trampolines, mini golf, a zip line, slides, a skatepark and a basketball court. Individual facilities may change. For athletics, Stadion Miejski im. Jana Wesołowskiego has a certified blue running track, as well as facilities for long jump, high jump, pole vault and throwing events. If you would like to use these facilities, check their availability in advance. For swimming, Pływalnia Miejska im. Pawła Bączyńskiego has sports lanes and a sauna area.

The wider destination of Briesen also offers practical points of reference: Wąbrzeźno has a bypass and a connection to the motorway. The former route of the Wąbrzeska kolejka has been replaced by a walking and cycling path. If you are planning a meal, you will find the Stary Młyn restaurant in Wąbrzeźno at ul. 1 Maja 40.

A starting point for a range of interests

You can choose your accommodation based on the experiences you would like to prioritise: churches and historic stops, walking and cycling routes, or activities involving water and sport. Wąbrzeźno brings several of these themes together, while each of the routes mentioned has its own length and historical associations. For more activity in town, there are routes with viewpoints and fitness equipment; those interested in nature can also find fishing opportunities at the lakes. The lakes are considered rich in various fish species.

Wąbrzeski Dom Kultury offers classes and groups for children, young people, adults and seniors. As class offerings may change, check current options in advance. An indoor swimming pool is also among the recommended leisure activities in Wąbrzeźno. This means that, alongside longer routes, the town’s cultural and leisure offerings can also be part of your plans.

Discover more destinations: Orzechówko, Małe Pułkowo, Płużnica.

Return to the wider travel overview: Wąbrzeźno County.