Kamienica Szlachecka combines archaeological traces with protected local heritage. An ancient cemetery from the Roman Imperial period, a registered hillfort, the Matki Boskiej Chapel and a post-epidemic cemetery offer different points of historical interest. The origin of the place name is also known. If you are looking for a hotel for your stay, this can help you assess whether a destination focused on archaeology and cultural history suits your trip.

Archaeological traces

The ancient cemetery in Kamienica Szlachecka has been dated to the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD. Discoveries brought to light 85 graves from the Roman Imperial period: 44 cremation burials, including urn and pit graves, and 41 inhumation burials. The two main groups are close in number; cremation burials outnumber inhumations by three graves. Urn and pit graves are included among the 44 cremation burials and are not additional groups. This makes the total of 85 clear while keeping the different burial types distinct.

Kamienica Szlachecka hillfort is a separate archaeological point of interest. It was entered in the archaeological monuments register of the Pomeranian Voivodeship on 11 November 1947 under number C-5; its former registration number is 11/A. The date refers to the listing, not to the construction of the site. The two dates should therefore be distinguished: the graves date to the Roman Imperial period, while 1947 is the date of the monument register entry.

Chapel and cemetery

Other protected sites include the Matki Boskiej Chapel and a post-epidemic cemetery southwest of Kamienica Szlachecka. Both are listed in the voivodeship’s monuments register. A metal cross marks the cemetery. It is therefore distinct from the archaeological burial site from the Roman Imperial period: this is a registered cemetery with a named visible feature, while that is an ancient site with an exact grave count and breakdown by burial type. The chapel adds another registered site alongside these two cemetery-related places.

Local history and the name

Written sources first mention Kamienica Szlachecka in the 15th century. This refers to written records and is not automatically a date of foundation. The place name derives from the Kashubian word “kamińca,” meaning “rocky place.” The two points answer different questions: the mention places the settlement in the timeline of written sources, while the etymology explains the linguistic origin of its name. This local history offers a distinct perspective alongside the archaeological finds and registered monuments.

Cycling route project and orientation

Cycling infrastructure planning also offers a specific connection to the area: an extension of the cycle path is planned along a section of district road 1914G in Kamienica Szlachecka. The project is due to start at the junction with the unpaved ul. Zamkowa, next to the existing bituminous pedestrian and cycle path. The planned endpoint is an access road surfaced with concrete paving blocks in a built-up area near ul. Zielone Wzgórze; the new section is to connect there to an existing footpath. Since this is a planned extension, check the current project and route status before setting out.

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