“How to Prepare for Cycling Trips? A Meeting in Koszalin”

From Dobrzyca to the Åland Islands—a father and son. Nearly 1,700 km of cycling adventure! Deputy Marshal Jakub Kowalik invites you to the next meeting in Koszalin as part of the series “How to Prepare for Cycling Trips.” ???? November 17, 2026 (Tuesday), 5:00 p.m. ???? Koszalin Public Library, Polonia Square, Koszalin ????️ Free admission This time, our guests will be Sławomir and Szymon Nakoneczni—a father and son—who will take us on an extraordinary cycling journey from their hometown of Dobrzyca all the way to the Åland Islands! ???? To taste the famous Åland pancakes, they traveled nearly 1,700 kilometers, passing through 6 countries and one autonomous region! They set off from their own home, and their expedition had two goals. The first was to travel from Szydłów through their hometown of Dobrzyca to Šiluva in Lithuania, and the second was to travel through Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Finland all the way to the Åland Islands. For three weeks, they battled record-breaking heat, rain, wind, and cold to reach a destination that remains relatively unknown and rarely visited by Polish tourists. During the event, they’ll talk about their preparations, equipment, challenges along the way, and daily life during their shared journey. There will be plenty of beautiful photos, cycling adventures, and stories about what it’s like to explore the world from the perspective of two generations. This event isn’t just for cyclists! We invite everyone who loves traveling, discovering new places, and inspiring stories. Organizer: Western Pomerania Co-organizer: Koszalin Public Library