Nakomiady

Nakomiady, formerly known as Eichmedien, is a picturesque Masurian village located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, in Kętrzyn County. The village boasts a rich history dating back to at least 1392, when it was mentioned in an act by the Komtur of Balga. Nakomiady is home to the von Hoverbeck palace, built around 1680 from the remnants of a Teutonic castle and redesigned in the early 18th century by architect Józef Piola. The Hoverbeck family owned the estate for 136 years, after which it passed into the hands of the von Redecker family, whose ancestral cemetery is located in the nearby village of Godzikowo. During World War II, the palace was used by a state-owned farm (PGR) and fell into significant disrepair after the war. It is currently undergoing restoration by a private owner. Nakomiady is also known for its distinctive memorial boulder dedicated to Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, which caused confusion among locals after its renovation in 2005. The village also has its own legend about an innkeeper who cheated her customers and was turned into a mare by the devil, adding to the local folklore. Within the village, there is also a church whose history dates back to 1554, originally a Protestant community and now Catholic. Nakomiady is a place where rich history, architecture, and local culture intersect, making it an interesting destination for both tourists and history enthusiasts.