Mierzeszyn

Mierzeszyn is a village in the Pomeranian Voivodeship, located approximately 30 kilometers southwest of Gdańsk, known for its rich history dating back to the 10th–12th centuries. The settlement is the seat of the Roman Catholic parish of St. Bartholomew the Apostle and the sports club Olimp Mierzeszyn. Architecturally, two significant churches stand out: the Catholic Church of St. Bartholomew from the 14th century, rebuilt in the 18th century, and the former Evangelical Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus from 1901. Within the village, there is also a historic Evangelical cemetery, as well as a school building from 1866, where Polish national activists were detained in 1939. Historically, Mierzeszyn was a trade settlement that developed along the route from Gdańsk to Kościerzyna, with the first mention of the village dating back to 1356. Over the centuries, Mierzeszyn came under various jurisdictions, including Teutonic and later Prussian rule, which influenced the development of the community and culture, with a predominantly German-speaking population in the 20th century. After World War I, the village became part of the Free City of Danzig, and its residents were involved in the activities of Polish cultural organizations. Among the interesting facts are a natural monument in the form of a large glacial erratic boulder and the proximity of Małe Lake. In recent years, investments have been made in infrastructure, including new facilities such as a volunteer fire station and a health center, reflecting the dynamic development of this settlement.