Polish Meadows

Polskie Łąki, formerly known as Łąkie, is a village in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, within the Bukowiec commune, with a rich history dating back to 1277. Over the centuries, the settlement went through various stages—from being ducal property to belonging to the Benedictine nuns of Chełmno, through the Reformation, and later changes related to the dissolution of the monastery. In the 19th century, the village developed, counting 28 houses and 134 inhabitants, and after World War I, it had 294 residents. Polskie Łąki witnessed events in September 1939, when battles with the Wehrmacht took place here. The village features a wooden church from 1740, originally built with funds from the Benedictine nuns. The current neo-Gothic church was constructed between 1864 and 1865 and boasts rich furnishings, including Baroque processional banners and neoclassical organs. The parish, believed to have been established in 1277, underwent several reorganizations and now has over 1,800 faithful. The architecture and furnishings of the church preserve valuable historical elements, such as a neo-Romanesque pulpit and historic bells. Interestingly, before World War II, there was a wooden bell tower, whose bells have survived in varying conditions. One of them, dating back to 1588, stands as a testament to the region's former culture and traditions. The church and parish play a significant role in the life of the local community, serving as a cultural and historical center for Polskie Łąki.