Chełmża

Chełmża is a rural commune in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, part of the Toruń County, with its administrative seat located in the town of Chełmża. The commune covers an area of 178.72 km², with 89% of its land used for agricultural purposes. As of June 30, 2004, the commune had a population of 9,410 residents. Among its notable heritage sites are numerous architecturally and historically significant structures, including the manor complex in Brąchnówko and churches such as the Gothic Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dźwierzno, dating back to around 1300, and the Church of St. Catherine in Grzywno from the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries. Palaces, such as those in Nawra and Pluskowęsy, as well as the ruins of the church in Zajączkowo, further highlight the region's rich architectural heritage. An interesting aspect is the diversity of settlements within the commune, including villages like Głuchowo, Mirakowo, and Skąpe, as well as other localities such as Dźwierzno and Zalesie, which reflect the area's varied history and culture. The commune borders several other communes, fostering interaction with neighboring areas and contributing to its cultural diversity.