Tuchola Landscape Park (TPK) is a protected area in northern Poland, Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship. It is a landscape park that encompasses areas of exceptional natural, landscape and cultural value. The Tuchola Landscape Park was established to protect the unique ecosystems of the Tuchola region and to preserve the cultural heritage of the area. Here is some key information about the park:
- Location: Tucholski Park Krajobrazowy (Tuchol Landscape Park) is located in the northern part of Poland, in the area of Kashubia, Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship. The area of the park extends north of Bydgoszcz.
- Landscape: The park is characterised by a variety of landscapes, including pine forests, marshes, lakes, rivers and moraine hills. The park is part of the Tuchola Forest region, which makes it an attractive place for nature lovers and tourists.
- Flora and fauna: Tuchola Landscape Park is home to many species of plants and animals. Beavers, elk, deer, wild boar and many bird species can be found here, including the black stork, white-tailed eagle and white-tailed eagle. The park provides an important habitat for a wide variety of plant species, including blueberry.
- Nature reserves: There are nature reserves within the park which protect valuable habitats and species. Examples are the reserve "Ostrów Panieński" and "Dąbrowa Chmielowska," which protect wetlands and oak-hornbeam forests.
- Tourist activities: the Tuchola Landscape Park offers numerous opportunities for active recreation, including hiking, cycling, canoeing and fishing. Hiking trails and nature trails are also available to tourists.
- Cultural heritage: The Tucholski Krajobrazowy Park region also has cultural heritage, including Kashubian traditions and numerous monuments such as churches, chapels and old settlements.
Tucholski Park Krajobrazowy (Tuchola Landscape Park) is an ideal place for nature lovers who want to enjoy the charm of the Tuchola Forest, and for those interested in Kashubian history and culture. The park offers the opportunity to relax surrounded by beautiful landscapes and learn about the heritage of the region.