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Hillforts and historical traces

Clear traces of a large hillfort and the earthworks surrounding it can be seen on Góra Królowej Bony. Wzgórze Św. Wawrzyńca lies nearby. It, too, is the site of a hillfort, dating to approximately the 9th to 10th century. Remains of a settlement and a church can also be seen. Those interested in early settlement history will find tangible traces in the landscape on these two neighbouring hills: the earthworks on Góra Królowej Bony and the remains on Wzgórze Św. Wawrzyńca.

Another historical site lies in a forest clearing in the Jednaczewski Forest, on the edge of the Rycerski Kierz Nature Reserve. A monument to Stach Konwa stands there at the presumed site of his burial. It was erected in 1922. The traditional identification of the burial site remains an assumption; the monument itself and its location provide a clear connection to the history of Stach Konwa.

Cultural heritage in Puchały

Six immovable cultural heritage properties in Puchały are listed in the monument register. They include a churchyard and a Roman Catholic cemetery, as well as two cemetery chapels: a brick chapel from the early 20th century and a wooden one from the mid-19th century. There are also two avenues: the Puchały–Milewo lime-tree avenue and the Puchały–Milewo horse-chestnut and lime-tree avenue. The dates make a clear distinction between the two chapels; a visit offers a chance to see buildings from different centuries. If the current register status is legally relevant to your plans, check the entries separately.

Riparian forest, wildlife and routes through protected areas

The Wielki Dział Nature Reserve is near Pniewo and forms part of the largest naturally shaped riparian forest complex in the Narew Valley. It serves as a permanent refuge for cranes, black storks, lesser spotted eagles, white-tailed eagles, moose, wolves and deer. The species list describes the wildlife of the area, not a guarantee of sightings on every visit. Individual sightings naturally vary.

From the viewpoint in Siemień Nadrzeczny, visitors can observe many of the birds that live in the Łomżyński Park Krajobrazowy Doliny Narwi. Here, too, which birds can be seen depends on the season. The municipality of Łomża also has tourist routes through protected areas, including the landscape park. They offer direct contact with nature. As route details can change, check the latest information before planning a specific trip.

Commemorations and travel planning

Since 2022, the municipality of Łomża has organised patriotic commemorations at the Stach Konwa clearing in the Jednaczewski Forest. They take place around the name day of Stach, or Stanisław, on 8 May and are accompanied by the “Kurpiowska Majówka u Stacha” family festival. The festival includes historical and educational activities. If you would like to plan your trip around attending, check the specific dates in advance.

When choosing accommodation, you can match these interests to your planned itinerary: the hills with traces of hillforts, the cultural heritage in Puchały, nature in the reserve and the commemorations each appeal to different travel interests. This gives you a starting point for searching for hotels in Łomżyński: decide which of these experiences you want to make the focus of your stay.

Discover more destinations: Łomża, Piątnica Poduchowna.

For an overview of the wider region: Podlachia.