Environmental Field Research Station In Suszek

Environmental Field Research Station in Suszek is located on the edge of Bory Tucholskie, about 3 kilometres from the buildings of Rytel in the South Pomeranian Lake District, in the vicinity of the picturesque Lake Suszek. It was created on the premises of the former Suszek forester's lodge.

In the facility of the environmental field research station we offer our guests comfortable rooms in a brick building and a wooden cabin. The facility is fenced, lighted and adapted to the needs of the disabled. There is an arbour with a barbecue area, a volleyball court and free parking spaces for cars.

The facility is a perfect place for people who are fans of active recreation. Field classes for students take place here, especially for students of the Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, and research work of scientists.

In the facility you can:

• rest and recharge your batteries,
• enjoy sports outdoors (volleyball, balls, badminton, bicycles are available),
• organise meetings, conventions, trainings, meetings (in a conference room),
• spend time under a roofed grill.

Walks and trips around the area provide you with the opportunity to:

• get to know the local nature, the surrounding lakes;
• learn about the history of the area;
• visit monuments in nearby towns, such as: Chojnice, Tuchola..

The environmental field research station is located on the edge of Bory Tucholskie, about 3 kilometres from the buildings of Rytel in the South Pomeranian Lake District, in the vicinity of the picturesque Lake Suszek.

Attractions of the area include the Brda River and the Great Brda Channel, which attract kayaking enthusiasts. Rytel is, therefore, an excellent stage point for kayaking trips. Worth seeing here: the neo-baroque church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of the Holy Rosary, the remains of the Evangelical cemetery located in the village.

Approx. 3 km from Rytel there is the Mętne nature reserve (3 km) – the largest cluster of low birch in Pomerania.

In the vicinity of the centre, a hydrological and algological educational path has been mapped out, serving both biology students, school children and youth, and other people interested in nature.

The route coincides with a marked hiking trail and a bicycle path.

The path was drawn based on the Field (Nature) Station of the University of Lodz. The length of the path is about 4 km, and there are seven sites along the route, starting from Suska Struga through drainage ditches, the shore of Lake Suszek, a peat bog at Lake Mały Suszek, the northern shore of Lake Śpierewnik, to a forest wilderness with a small, drainless lake. Individual stands are marked with information boards, and places of particular interest – with boards with exclamation marks. The path is intended primarily for biology students, but also for schoolchildren and other people interested in nature. Its purpose is to familiarize the visitors with the basic information in the field of hydrobiology and zoology of invertebrates living in various aquatic habitats. The route partially coincides with the marked hiking trail (yellow) called "Kasztelański" and the bicycle path. Therefore, it is easily accessible.

In the future the described area is to be included on the list of world cultural and natural heritage under the UNESCO programme "Man and Biosphere" as the Biosphere Reserve "Bory Tucholskie".

Environmental Field Research Station in Suszek offers the following types of rooms:

• single rooms (3x)
• double rooms (6x)
• triple rooms (2x)
• and with 4 places (on extra beds).

In each room there are, among others:

• typical hotel beds with mattresses
• a bathroom
• a TV set
• a fridge
• bed linen
• towels
• a wardrobe
• table, chairs.

In addition, there is wireless Internet throughout the facility.

Meals can be prepared in a fully equipped kitchenette (equipped with dishes, electric cookers, refrigerators, dishwasher, microwave), or you can use the restaurant located 3 km away in Rytel. It is possible to order catering from Rytel for larger groups staying at the Station (in the restaurant next to the church or to be agreed with the station employee).

The nearest shops as well as the nearest bus stop are in Rytel, 3 km away. In the centre you can use the conference room (equipped with a TV set, table football, games) with a fireplace.

There is also a cabin that can accommodate 6 people. The station is equipped with several mountain bikes – for guests.

You can book a stay in the facility by phone, fax, e-mail 

• by phone – P: +48 42 665 56 45 , and send the completed booking form;
• by e-mail: suszekul@uni.lodz.pl – by sending a completed booking form

Due to the limited number of places – the decisive factor is the order of sending applications (the employees of the University of Lodz have priority in terms of booking accommodation).

Cancellation of the booking is possible up to 3 days in advance
 
Contact to the Station employees:
suszekul@uni.lodz.pl

Environmental Field Research Station in Suszek can provide accommodation for "Green Schools" in April, May and June for groups (classes) of 20-25 people under the supervision of teachers. Outside the summer season, we also invite schools in winter – for winter stays.

Accommodation is possible after signing an agreement between the School and the University. To conclude a contract please contact the UL Facilities Management Centre for Central Administration.