Lutom

Lutom is a rural administrative village in Poland, located in the Greater Poland Voivodeship, within the Międzychód County, near Sieraków. It has existed since at least the 13th century, and its name derives from the Old Polish given name Lutoma. Lutom was an important historical area with medieval origins, first mentioned in 1262 in the context of a donation to a Cistercian monastery. Over the centuries, the village was associated with various noble families, including the Nałęcz and Prawdzic clans, and legal documents from the 14th century reflect its local significance. In the 18th century, the village was under Prussian rule and owned by the Brühl family, who funded the construction of the current late-baroque parish church between 1753 and 1762. A wooden church, mentioned as early as the 14th century, was dismantled due to its poor condition. A manor house built in 1905 for Emil Rodatz has survived to this day. The village is surrounded by beautiful nature, including Lutomskie, Bragant, and Gołeczewskie Lakes, as well as the Devil's Stone, which is the largest glacial erratic in the Sieraków Landscape Park. Lutom is also home to the Center for Culture, Sports, and Tourism, as well as the Kornel Makuszyński Primary School, which has played a significant role in the development of the local community. The area also offers a rich range of tourist attractions with hiking, cycling, and kayaking routes, making it an appealing destination for nature lovers and active recreation enthusiasts. An interesting fact is the discovery of a Castrum Doloris in the church, which is the only such preserved object in Poland. With its rich historical and cultural heritage, Lutom serves as an important center for the local community and an attractive destination for tourists.