J. Muhlradt’s Forest Garden – Płociczno

Johannes Mühlradt’s Gardens in Płociczno – a historic space for recreation and horticultural therapy in the Kociewie region

Johannes Mühlradt’s Gardens in Płociczno (Kaliska municipality, Starogard County) is an example of the successful historical and natural regeneration of a space designed to promote health. Established at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries by a local priest and community activist, the garden – which originally served as a model educational orchard with around 200 fruit trees, paths and gazebos – has now been given a new lease of life as a public recreational and tranquil park.

The health and recuperative benefits of the facility:

• The natural environment of the Tuchola Forest: The garden is situated in the immediate vicinity of woodland areas, which ensures clean air rich in phytoncides and a favourable microclimate. This environment naturally stimulates the immune system, supports the respiratory system and reduces stress levels.

The preserved layout of the former orchard and green space, complemented by reconstructed walking paths, creates ideal conditions for passive horticultural therapy (garden therapy). The proximity of diverse vegetation and small-scale architectural features promotes sensory stimulation, improves mood and aids psychophysical regeneration.

• Silence and Mindfulness: The combination of historic ruins (including preserved historic columns) with well-maintained green spaces, new recreational facilities (benches, lighting, marked paths) and an intimate setting makes this place an ideal destination on the Kociewie wellness tourism map for those seeking peaceful recreation and a stroll.

Practical information:

• Location: Płociczno, Kaliska municipality (Starogard County, Pomeranian Voivodeship).
• Availability: A public space designed for pedestrians (there is a car park nearby with a footpath leading to the complex).

For more information about the garden and other places of interest, visit www.kociewie24.eu