Cedry Małe: History, Architecture and Routes

Those who consider history and architecture alongside scenery when choosing a destination will find several concrete points of interest in Cedry Małe. The settlement’s history can be placed in context using different dates; historic houses display a range of architectural styles, materials and conditions. Road connections and a cycling route add a sense of direction to this cultural perspective. When looking for a hotel, you can weigh whether local history, architecture or route planning should shape your stay most.

History and historic architectural styles

Around 1310, Cedry Małe was first mentioned as property of the Danzig Commandery. The village was founded in 1372 and refounded by the Danzig City Council in 1561. These details mark different historical reference points: the first records a mention and ownership, while the later dates refer to a founding and a refounding. The dates therefore do not describe the same historical event.

The arcaded house at Żuławska 33 in Cedry Małe dates from the late 19th century. It is classified as a ruin and is among the buildings recorded in GEZ and WEZ. A brick house at Żuławska 41, dating from the early 20th century, is listed as being in good condition and is also recorded in GEZ and WEZ. The two houses differ in architectural style, material, period of construction and state of preservation.

An agricultural building at Żuławska 43 is classified as a ruin and recorded in GEZ and WEZ. The same address is also associated with a wooden house from the second half of the 19th century. It is considered an example of regional wooden architecture characteristic of Żuławy Gdańskie; its inclusion in the monuments register has been proposed. The house at Łąkowa 4 is one of the surviving examples of a once widespread, single-storey log house with vertically boarded gables. “Single-storey” specifies the number of floors; the vertically boarded gables further define the architectural style described.

Road connections and cycling route

Two road routes provide further geographical orientation. Voivodeship Road 227 (road class Z) runs from Pruszcz Gdański via Trutnowy, Cedry Wielkie and Cedry Małe to National Road 7. County Road 2235G runs from Cedry Małe via Błotnik and Gdańsk to Świbno. Cedry Małe is therefore a waystation on Road 227 and the starting point of Road 2235G. The road numbers and the places named for each route help distinguish the two connections when planning a trip.

The cycling route marked R9 offers an additional perspective. It runs from Błotnik via Cedry Małe and Cedry Wielkie to Leszkowy and on to the access point to the Vistula embankment. While the road connections provide orientation through their numbers and place names, R9 is a separate cycling route. If you plan to include it in a ride, check the current route and signage before setting off.

Discover more destinations: Miłowo, Przejazdowo, Trzepowo, Suchy Dąb, Kleszczewo, Swibno, Pruszcz Gdański, Przywidz.

For the broader travel overview: Gdańsk.