The Unfinished Castle in Łapalice – Chmielno Hillfort loop from Łapalice

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The Unfinished Castle in Łapalice – Chmielno Hillfort loop from Łapalice

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The Unfinished Castle in Łapalice – Chmielno Hillfort loop from Łapalice

03:09

11.7km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: August 14, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Kaszubski Park Krajobrazowy

Waypoints

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1.20 km

The Unfinished Castle in Łapalice

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This unfinished castle was built by a sculptor and furniture manufacturer from Gdańsk, who in 1984 received permission to build a residential house with a sculpture studio. Looking at what …

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1.36 km

Unfinished Castle in Łapalice — Perimeter Wall

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Kazimierczak has since submitted multiple applications to be allowed to continue building on his castle, but so far they have all been rejected. And yet, the unfinished building, solely due …

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4.06 km

View of Lake in Kaszubski Park Krajobrazowy

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beautiful view

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6.58 km

Chmielno Hillfort

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Here, on the isthmus between Lake Białe and Kłodno, lie the remains of a castellan stronghold dating from the 10th to 13th centuries, though these remains are now only ramparts. …

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7.00 km

Artistic Tree Sculpture on the Lake

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A very interesting bench right on the lake shore and a perfect photo opportunity!

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11.7 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.07 km

3.95 km

2.66 km

1.04 km

Surfaces

3.65 km

3.62 km

1.67 km

1.46 km

1.32 km

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

Weather

Friday 30 October

9°C

3°C

33 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

May 11, 2026,🇵🇱🚐🌊🌳 Polen: Chmielno ~ Seen und das unvollendete Schloss Łapalice

Today, Kashubian Switzerland with its lakes, hills and forests was our destination.
... Chmielno is considered the heart of Kashubian Switzerland. The picturesque village lies nestled between Lake Kłodno and White Lake (Jezioro Białe)...
At least that's the official description, and our expectations were accordingly high. The drive from the coast to the lake landscape led through a lot of …

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