The Kashubian Miniature Park is a very intriguing attraction in the town of Strysza Buda, Pomeranian Voivodeship.
Today we’re heading to an extraordinary place where, in just a few minutes, you can visit the Eiffel Tower, the Parisian Arc de Triomphe, and even gaze upon the ancient and mysterious stone circles of Stonehenge. The Kashubian Miniature Park is a surprisingly delightful attraction and a perfect spot to spend an afternoon. In the article below, I’ll tell you about the history of this place, its attractions, and share plenty of facts and curiosities.
Kashubian Miniature Park practical information
You can visit the Kashubian Miniature Park in Strysza Buda every day during the summer, including weekends, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please note that these hours may vary from month to month. Details can be found on the attraction’s official website. Unfortunately, the Kashubian Miniature Park is closed from November 1st until the end of March. It is possible to visit the park by appointment, but I haven’t checked this option, so I can’t comment on that.
The Kashubian Miniature Park is located at 30 Kartuska Street, 83-329 Mirachowo — Strysza Buda, Pomeranian Voivodeship, and is effortless to get to. If you need to contact the attraction by phone, you can do so at 502 160 180 or 502 499 106.
You can purchase park tickets at the ticket office before entering, and the ticket office is open during park operating hours. The park prefers cash payments due to frequent terminal issues.
Ticket prices depend on the option you choose. You can visit just the Kashubian Miniature Park or purchase a combined ticket for two adjacent attractions: Kashubian Gracik and Giants’ Park. The total cost is 59 PLN per person, with a reduced price of 49 PLN. The price for just the Miniature Park is 29 PLN and a reduced price of 19 PLN.
*Please note that prices change rapidly, so consider the above information as a guide, not a definitive statement.
All the attractions in the park are well-written and engagingly described. Individual tours last about an hour and a half, but there’s no time limit, meaning you can spend a whole day there. If you’re visiting with a larger group and have a guided tour, the tour takes about an hour.
During summer, the park operates the Fairytale Railway, a train with wagons that transports tourists between attractions, and the ride is included in the ticket price.
The park boasts a well-equipped catering facility, where you can eat and drink, as well as purchase souvenirs and various merchandise themed around the park and Kashubia.
The Kashubian Miniature Park and its collection of models of famous buildings from around the world
The park features more than 70 models of famous and well-known buildings from around the world. Most replicas are very well crafted, while others have some noticeable imperfections—but together they make a great impression, and strolling among them is truly a pleasure and an exciting adventure. At times, the feeling is quite surreal—you literally feel like Gulliver or one of the giants from a fairy tale. This sensation becomes even stronger when you stand before a structure you’ve already seen in real life.
Walking through the park with children gives you a wonderful opportunity to tell them about the marvels that await them in distant countries, once they grow up and set out on their journeys. Below you’ll find some of the miniatures that I particularly enjoyed and that left the greatest impression on me.
Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most recognizable landmarks of beautiful Paris, so it could hardly be missing among the miniatures in the Kashubian Park. The tower was built at the end of the 19th century and to this day remains the tallest structure in the French capital. Rising more than 300 meters into the sky, it is perfectly visible from nearly every corner of the city.
The tower was created for the World’s Fair and was intended to symbolize the power of France. Constructed entirely from steel, it sparked immense interest at the time, as many believed it was impossible to build such massive structures from that material. Eiffel ran a design firm specializing in bridges and viaducts, and the choice of his tower design made him one of the most famous engineers of the 19th century.
Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame Cathedral is the second most recognizable landmark in Paris, right after the Eiffel Tower. It is also one of the most famous cathedrals in the world. The Kashubian Miniature Park features a fairly accurate replica of it, and I must admit that, in my opinion, it is one of the most beautiful miniatures in the entire park.
The original cathedral in Paris is visited by nearly 20 million people each year, and although the miniature in the Kashubian Park cannot boast such popularity, it still attracts considerable interest and curiosity.
The Arc de Triomphe in Paris
The Arc de Triomphe is another Parisian landmark you’ll encounter in the Miniature Park. The original arch is a monumental monument located on Place Charles-de-Gaulle in the French capital. The order for its construction was given by Napoleon himself, and it was completed in 1836 with the support of King Louis-Philippe I. The miniature version standing in the Kashubian Park is quite accurate and looks very impressive. Interestingly, you can even take a photo while sitting beneath the arch—which looks truly amazing.
Abu Simbel of Egypt
Another miniature that made a strong impression on me is the Temple of Ramesses II from the archaeological site in southern Egypt. It is part of a complex of two large temples that are more than three and a half thousand years old. We had the pleasure of visiting the original monument, and seeing the well-crafted miniature brought back memories and the emotions we felt during our journey to Egypt.
Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria
From Egypt, we move on to Bavaria in Germany, where one of the most recognizable and most beautiful castles in the world stands — Neuschwanstein Castle. This is the very monument that inspired Walt Disney when creating his famous fairy-tale castle where the princess slept, awaiting the prince’s kiss to awaken her.
The original Bavarian structure is one of Germany’s most popular attractions, drawing more than one and a half million visitors each year, and is often called the “fairy-tale castle.” Interestingly, it isn’t centuries old at all — it was built in 1869 as an idealized medieval knight’s castle for the pleasure of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. The construction of such castles was quite fashionable at the time; we ourselves visited Marienburg Castle in Lower Saxony, which shares a similar story.
The miniature of Neuschwanstein Castle is quite accurate and truly impressive. I recommend spending a little extra time in front of it to admire the intricate arcades, soaring towers, and fine details.
Great Wall of China
The next structure—or rather, its original version—stands far away in China. It is the famous Great Wall of China, made up of various defensive systems such as barriers, networks of forts, towers, and ramparts. The walls themselves were built over the course of centuries, often made from compacted earth or stone. The Great Wall stretches nearly two and a half thousand kilometers, though legends say that centuries ago it was twice as long.
The replica in the Kashubian Miniature Park may be a bit rough and simplified, but it still captures the character of the monument and brings back memories for those who have visited the original wonder.
Of course, this is just a small sampling of all the miniature monuments you’ll see when visiting the Kashubian Miniature Park. Here, you’ll find the beautiful Gdańsk crane, Malbork Castle, and numerous models of manor houses and palaces.
Kashubian Miniature Park and its other attractions
In addition to models of recognizable and well-known buildings from around the world, the Kashubian Miniature Park also offers other attractions that will appeal especially to children. Admission is free, and in fact, included in the ticket price, so these attractions can be an additional attraction and extend the fun.
Kashubian Miniature Park and the Laughter Room full of distorting mirrors
I’ve always enjoyed visiting rooms with rippled mirrors, where the world looks like its caricature. The figures of people looking at themselves in the distorted mirror change proportions, becoming thinner or fatter, and their limbs grow into shapeless twigs. Although now that I’m an adult, the fun isn’t as good as it was years ago, I still enjoyed visiting the laughter room.
Kashubian Miniature Park and Fairytale Land
Fairytale Land is a place where you’ll meet characters from a wide variety of fairy tales, myths, and legends. Besides the recently popular legends, I was delighted to see some forgotten Native Americans and cowboys, as well as characters from comics and fairy tales I once loved, such as Kajko and Kokosz, Pinocchio, and the nasty witch. I highly recommend Fairytale Land, especially if you’re accompanied by your little ones.
Kashubian Miniature Park and the Castle of Fear
The Castle of Fear is, as you’ve probably guessed, a place where you’re supposed to be scared. I wasn’t, but children entering the dark rooms screamed at the top of their lungs, which makes sense; after all, the Castle of Fear is designed specifically for them.
Kashubian Miniature Park and Mini Zoo
The Kashubian Miniature Park isn’t just about models of famous buildings; you’ll also find a zoo here, perfect for the little ones. Goats, sheep, and various domestic birds live in spacious enclosures. It’s a fun break from sightseeing.
At the end of our visit to the Kashubian Miniature Park
This brings us to the end of our trip to the Kashubian Miniature Park—a place that both I and my companions truly enjoyed. We had a wonderful time strolling from one miniature to the next, trying to guess what each one was and sharing what we knew about it. It’s a form of entertainment that also doubles as a fun memory exercise.
If you ever have the chance to visit Kashubia, make sure to add the Kashubian Miniature Park to your plans—it’s definitely worth it. Especially since right next door you’ll find more great attractions: the Park of Giants—which, as you can guess, is the opposite of the Miniature Park—and the Kashubian “Gracik,” a place full of old machines and devices.
Kashubian Miniature Park facts, information, and curiosities
- The park is located in Strysza Buda, in the heart of Kashubia.
- All miniatures are made in 1:25 scale.
- Over 70 models of buildings from Kashubia, Poland, and the world are featured.
- It is the first miniature park of its kind in the Pomeranian Voivodeship.
- The park serves an educational purpose, showcasing the architecture and history of various regions.
- You can see, among other things, the Statute of Liberty, the Sphinx, Big Ben, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Christ of Rio, and the faces of US presidents from Mount Rushmore.
- Local gems include the Collegiate Church in Kartuzy, the Church in Sianów, the Castle in Bytów, and the Gdańsk Crane.
- Polish landmarks: You’ll also find the Papal Altar in Sierakowice and the Castle in Gniew.
- Gulliver’s Journey: Visitors feel like Gulliver in the land of Lilliputians.
- Laugh Room: Distorting mirrors allow you to see yourself in funny shapes.
- Fear Castle: An interactive attraction for thrill seekers.
- Fairytale Land: A children’s zone inspired by fairy tale characters.
- Mini Zoo: Live animals you can see up close.
- Giants’ Park: Featuring giant objects, XXL insects, a monster truck, a 40-meter-long plane, and powerful birds.
- Kashubian Gracik: A park with 1:1 scale fairy tale and movie vehicles – the only one of its kind in Poland.
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