Kruszwica is a town in central Poland, in the Inowrocław County in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship. It has a population of 9,161 (2010). Initially founded in the 6th century, Kruszwica is the oldest town in the region and features a medieval castle with a 12th-century Romanesque church. It is situated on the shores of Gopło Lake in the historic region of Kuyavia.
Mysia Wieża (Mice Tower) in Kruszwica
Ruins of the medieval castle
Collegiate Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, built in 12th century, is one of the best preserved examples of Romanesque architecture in Poland.
The Gospel Book of Kruszwica (ca.1160) is considered among the most precious mediaeval manuscripts in Poland.
Kuyavian–Pomeranian Voivodeship
Kuyavian–Pomeranian Voivodeship is one of Poland's 16 voivodeships (provinces).
Bydgoszcz is the Voivodeship's largest city and the seat of its governor (Voivode)
The medieval city of Toruń, birthplace of Nicholas Copernicus, is today the seat of the provincial assembly
The medieval city of Grudziądz, with its intact granaries along the Vistula River
Włocławek Cathedral, an example of Polish Gothic architecture