Discover Kotkowo

Kotkowo combines historical forms of its name with details about the surrounding landscape and seasonal dining options. When planning a stay, these topics should be considered separately: local history provides names and dates, the lake offers specific measurements and shoreline features, and Bar Szałas has a limited operating period during the year.

Local History and Names

Kotkowo was established under Kulm law. In 1378, the inhabitants of Hansdorff received 20 hereditary Łans, with interest of 0.5 marks payable per Łan. The interest applied to each individual Łan, not to all 20 Łans as a total. This distinguishes two historical aspects: the village’s establishment under Kulm law and the specific allocation and interest in 1378.

Kotkowo was formerly known as Hansdorff, Hannoldorf, and Katzendorf. The historical name Katzendorf was used for Kotkowo from 1402 to 1408. Since 1945, the village has been called Kotkowo. The names and dates provide different points of reference: Katzendorf is identified both as a former name and as belonging to a specific time period, while 1945 marks the beginning of the name Kotkowo.

Woods and a Lake Nearby

A forest lies near Kotkowo, and Lake Gil is in the destination’s vicinity. The lake has an area of 167.80 hectares and a maximum depth of 22.1 meters. Area and depth provide different measures: the figure in hectares describes its extent, while the depth figure gives the maximum value.

The lake has a highly irregular shoreline. Its shores are mostly high and steep in places; by contrast, its southern reaches are low and marshy. The southern part of the lake is surrounded by forest, while the remaining shores border fields and meadows. The descriptions of height and slope characterize the shoreline, while the forest, fields, and meadows describe the surroundings. The measurements give an idea of the lake’s size and depth, while the shoreline features illustrate the differences along the lake.

Seasonal Options and Travel Planning

In Kotkowo, Bar “Szałas” serves meals, ice cream, and drinks seasonally from May to September. This specific period is important when planning your trip: do not assume the establishment operates year-round. As seasonal operating information can change, it is best to check it before your trip.

The history of the names covers past periods, while the bar’s operating season refers to a limited part of the year. This distinction helps keep historical context separate from seasonal visit planning. When looking for hotels in Kotkowo, you can compare your travel dates with the bar’s season and consider the local history or lakeside surroundings as themes for your stay.

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