PL-912764 Kołobrzeg "by the shore"

Kołobrzeg is a city in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship in north-western Poland with 50,000 inhabitants. Kołobrzeg is located on the Parsęta River on the south coast of the Baltic Sea (in the middle of the section divided by the Oder and Vistula Rivers). "Kołobrzeg" literally means "by the shore" in Polish "koło" translates as "by" and "brzeg" translates as "coast" or "shore".

Kołobrzeg is a rare combination of seaside beach atmosphere and medieval architecture. Founded during the Middle Ages, the city survived the Thirty Years’ War and an invasion by Napoleon, but was devastated by WWII. Today, it’s a seaside spa destination that is also popular with outdoor adventurists.  Interesting features of Kołobrzeg are the lighthouse overlooking the River Parseta and Kołobrzeg Pier (shown on the postcard).  There are many wellness centres in the area and many entertainment options (.(e.g. numerous "Biergärten") in the town.

 

This postcard was sent by Daria (4 July 2014) Postcrossing who said that she preferred less known coastal towns.  Looking at the crowds on the beach in the postcard, I agree with her choice.