Lower Silesia is full of unique attractions, and the Trail of Dying Competitions in Kudowa is undoubtedly one of them. This is a magical place where you can proverbially move back in time and see how clay dishes were once made, horseshoes were forged, or bread was baked. Why else is it worth visiting them?
What is the Trail of Dying Occupations?
The Trail of the Dying Occupations is an agritourism farm belonging to Urszula and Bogusław Gorczyński, where in several buildings objects and elements of equipment related to the former occupations of the population, including lacemaking, weaving or blacksmithing were collected. There are also demonstrations of obtaining flour, baking bread and butter making, which is a great variety compared to other attractions that Kudowa-Zdrój has to offer. The Dying Trail is also an opportunity to visit the mini-zoo, where pheasants, chickens, sheep, goats and other rural animals are bred.
What other attractions does Kudowa have to offer? See also: Kudowa-Zdrój — a health resort of the Kłodzko Region, which is worth knowing.
What are the perishing professions?
Despite the fact that many former professions and activities of the population in the countryside are no longer practiced, the memory of them is still alive, and special demonstrations of crafts and exhibitions of objects related to them are very popular among locals and tourists. A great example of this is the Trail of Dying Occupations (Kudowa-Zdrój), where you can see, among others:
- Pottery — this occupation consisted of making clay vessels using a potter's wheel and various molding techniques. In this way, bowls, cups and jugs were created, among others.
- Blacksmithing — blacksmith dealt with the broadly understood metal processing. He made tools (nails, axes, axes and others), household items, as well as forging horseshoes and horseshoes. He also repaired equipment and appliances from metal.
- Weaving — limited availability of finished materials and economic considerations meant that fabrics were usually made by themselves, with the help of looms. Weaving was a tedious and demanding occupation, but sometimes real wonders, including decorative, multi-colored tapestries and carpets, came out from the fingers of the people involved.
- Lace making — hand creation of crochet or needle lace required a lot of craftsmanship, but it allowed to create finesse patterns that could take the form of drapes, tablecloths or clothing accessories.
- Bakery — until a few decades ago baking bread was a common occupation, and probably there was no hostess who did not have her proven recipe for this baking. Before the era of ovens, bochny was put in a wood-fired bread oven, from where they came out soft and fragrant, and usually with a deliciously baked crust.
What can you see in the open-air museum in Kudowa-Zdroj?
When it comes to the open-air museum Trail of Dying Competitions, Kudowa does not have another such attraction. It is a unique place where you can not only see many interesting, unprecedented objects that were once in everyday use, but also participate in workshops or shows. What attractions await visitors? It is primarily a wooden windmill transported from a village 500 kilometers away, but similar to those found in the area and which the former Kudowa could boast of. The Trail of the Dying Occupations also consists of a forge and several cottages, where there are a weaving, blacksmith and needlework workshop. At the same time, a big attraction is the Bread House, in which loaves are baked, among other things, for tasting.
How much does it cost to enter the Trail of Dying Competitions in Kudowa?
As for the Trail of Dying Competitions in Kudowa-Zdrój, the price list is quite diverse. The cost of a normal ticket is currently PLN 23, and the reduced ticket, which is entitled to students and pensioners, 18 PLN. Children can also benefit from the discount - children under 4 years old have free entrance, for 5- and 6-year-olds you have to pay 10 zlotys and 16 zlotys for pupils. In addition, participation in workshops is paid.
The Trail of Dying Competitions operating in Kudowa-Zdrój also organizes bonfire feasts for organized groups and offers accommodation.
How to get to the Trail of Dying Competitions?
The Trail of the Dying Occupations in Kudowa is located about 200 meters from another important attraction, the Chapel of Skulls in Czermne j. Thanks to its excellent location, it offers convenient access from many corners of Kłodzko and Lower Silesia, such as Kłodzka, Polanica-Zdrój or Dusznik-Zdrój, and can be one of many ideas for staying in Kudowa. Discover also another: Kudowa-Zdrój — tourist attractions for children and adults. Ideas for an interesting time.
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