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Kaunas

Kaunas is the second-largest city in Lithuania and one of the country’s most important cultural and historical centers. Located at the meeting point of the Nemunas and Neris rivers, the city is known for its blend of medieval architecture, interwar modernism, and lively student atmosphere. During the interwar period, Kaunas served as the temporary capital of Lithuania, which led to rapid cultural and architectural development that still shapes the city today. Its Old Town features cobblestone streets, historic churches, and landmarks such as Kaunas Castle and Town Hall Square.

Today, Kaunas is a vibrant and modern city with a strong focus on education, arts, and innovation. The city is home to several universities, museums, galleries, and annual cultural events that attract both locals and tourists. In recent years, Kaunas has gained international recognition for its modernist architecture and creative urban projects, helping it become an increasingly popular destination in the Baltic region. Visitors often enjoy its green parks, riverside walks, and growing café and restaurant scene, which together create a welcoming and dynamic atmosphere.

1. Kaunas Castle A medieval castle located where the Nemunas and Neris rivers meet. It is one of the oldest landmarks in the city and offers scenic views and historical exhibitions.
2. Laisvės Alėja The main pedestrian street of Kaunas, lined with cafés, restaurants, shops, and historic architecture. Perfect for walking and experiencing the city atmosphere.
3. Ninth Fort A historical fort and museum that commemorates tragic events from World War II and Soviet occupation. Known for its striking memorial and educational exhibits.

Top 3 Places to See in Olsztyn

1. Olsztyn Castle (Castle of the Warmian Chapter)
   In :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, this medieval castle is the city’s most important historical landmark. It once housed Nicolaus Copernicus and now serves as a museum with exhibits on regional history.

2. Old Town of Olsztyn
   A charming historic district with cobbled streets, the High Gate, and colorful buildings. It’s the cultural heart of the city with cafés, shops, and local atmosphere.

3. Lake Ukiel
   A large and popular recreational lake offering beaches, walking paths, water sports, and scenic relaxation spots just a short distance from the city center.

Top 3 Places to See in Elbląg

1. Elbląg Old Town
   In :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, the reconstructed Old Town features canals, modern interpretations of historic architecture, and riverside walking paths. It reflects the city’s medieval Hanseatic heritage.

2. St. Nicholas Cathedral
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3. Elbląg Canal (Kanał Elbląski)
   :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} — A unique 19th-century engineering marvel where ships are transported overland on rails between different water levels, one of the most unusual waterways in Europe.

Top 3 Places to See in Gdańsk

1. Old Town (Main Town Hall & Long Market)
   The historic heart of :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, featuring colorful merchant houses, fountains, and landmarks like the Main Town Hall along the Long Market (Długi Targ).

2. St. Mary’s Church
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3. Westerplatte
   :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} — A historic peninsula where World War II began, now a memorial site with monuments and open-air exhibits.

Top 3 Places to See in Lębork

1. Lębork City Walls (Medieval Fortifications)
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2. St. James Church
   :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} — A Gothic brick church dating back to the Middle Ages, known for its tall tower and historic interior details.

3. Łeba River Embankments
   Scenic riverside areas along the Łeba River offering walking paths, green spaces, and a peaceful atmosphere close to the city center.

Top 3 Places to See in Słupsk

1. Słupsk Old Town & Town Hall
   In :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, the Old Town features colorful historic buildings, with the neo-Gothic Town Hall as its centerpiece. The square is a lively cultural and social hub.

2. Castle of the Pomeranian Dukes
   :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} — A Renaissance-era castle that now houses the Museum of Central Pomerania, including art and historical exhibitions.

3. St. Mary’s Church (Kościół Mariacki)
   :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} — A Gothic brick church known for its tall tower and famous collection of works by the artist Witkacy.

Top 3 Places to See in Koszalin

1. Koszalin Cathedral (St. Mary’s Cathedral)
   In :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, this Gothic cathedral is one of the city’s most important landmarks, known for its tall tower and striking stained-glass windows.

2. Park of the Pomeranian Dukes (Park Książąt Pomorskich)
   A large green space in the city center featuring walking paths, monuments, fountains, and cultural venues, ideal for relaxing and exploring.

3. Góra Chełmska (Chełmska Hill)
   :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} — A popular pilgrimage and viewpoint site offering panoramic views of the region, along with a sanctuary and observation tower.

Top 3 Places to See in Szczecin

1. Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle
   A Renaissance castle that once served as the residence of the dukes of Pomerania. Today it hosts exhibitions, concerts, and cultural events.

2. Wały Chrobrego (Chrobry Embankment)
   A scenic riverside promenade with impressive architecture, museums, and panoramic views over the Oder River.

3. St. James Cathedral
   One of the tallest churches in Poland, known for its Gothic architecture and observation tower offering views across the city.

Top 3 Places to See in Poznań

1. Old Market Square (Stary Rynek)
   In :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, this is one of the most beautiful squares in Poland, surrounded by colorful merchant houses, cafés, and the historic Town Hall famous for its mechanical goats.

2. Imperial Castle (Zamek Cesarski)
   :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} — A former residence built for Kaiser Wilhelm II, now a cultural center hosting exhibitions, theaters, and events.

3. Cathedral Island (Ostrów Tumski)
   :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} — The oldest part of Poznań, featuring the Archcathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, an important site in Poland’s early history.

Top 3 Places to See in Rostock

1. Historic Old Town (Neuer Markt)
   The central square of :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, surrounded by colorful gabled buildings, the Town Hall, and lively cafés. It’s the best place to start exploring the city’s Hanseatic heritage.

2. St. Mary’s Church (Marienkirche)
   :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} — A striking Gothic church known for its massive astronomical clock dating back to the 15th century and its impressive brick architecture.

3. Warnemünde Beach & Lighthouse
   :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} — A popular seaside district of Rostock featuring a wide sandy beach, a scenic promenade, and a historic lighthouse overlooking the Baltic Sea.

Links

• Google Maps
• stuff - take with you, privata ta.dm
• general summer plans, private ta.dm
• rooffighter game

Travel map code

Updated

gsheets -package

The gsheet package is more lightweight but does not have a direct sheet = “name” argument. Instead, it can only fetch the first worksheet/tab from a Google Sheet. gsheet reads the worksheet/tab that corresponds to the gid in the URL. Each tab in a Google Sheet has a unique gid (you can see it in the URL when that tab is selected).

Stored to local: I:\Oma Drive\data\googlesheetRpaths

Code: Reteatteri/R

Old

# I:\Oma Drive\data\travelling / create_geojson_path_2025.R

library(httr)
library(jsonlite)
# install.packages('mapboxapi')
library(mapboxapi)
# install.packages("data.table")
library(data.table)

# Mapbox configuration
# token <- "p... created 2508"
token <- Sys.getenv("MAPBOX_PUBLIC_TOKEN")
# mapboxapi::mb_access_token(token, install = TRUE)

# .............................
create_route <- function(origin = NULL, destination = NULL, routetype = NULL, swap_coordinates = TRUE) {

  if (swap_coordinates) {
    origin <- c(origin[2], origin[1])
    destination <- c(destination[2], destination[1])
  }

  route <- mapboxapi::mb_directions(
    # access_token = token,
    origin = origin,
    destination = destination,
    exclude = 'ferry',
    profile = routetype,  # Options: "driving", "walking", "cycling"
    output = "sf"         # Return as sf object
  )

  return(route)
}
# .............................
routes <- list()

coord <- read.csv("I:/Oma Drive/data/travelling/2025munchen_travel_coordinates.txt")
routes <- list()
for (i in c(1:dim(coord)[1])) {
  print(paste0(i, ": ", coord$origin_lat[i], ", ", coord$origin_lon[i], " to ",
               coord$destination_lat[i], ", ", coord$destination_lon[i], " (", coord$routetype[i], ")"))

  routes[[i]] <- create_route(
    origin = c(coord$origin_lon[i],coord$origin_lat[i]),
    destination = c(coord$destination_lon[i],
                    coord$destination_lat[i]),
    routetype = coord$routetype[i],
    swap_coordinates = FALSE
  )
}

route_all <- data.table::rbindlist(routes)
sf::st_write(route_all, "D:/temp/routeXXXsaksa.geojson", driver = "GeoJSON", delete_dsn = TRUE)
# .............................

Polish

Matkalla hyödyllisiä lauseita (suomi + puola)

1. Missä on rautatieasema? — Gdzie jest dworzec kolejowy?
2. Missä on bussipysäkki? — Gdzie jest przystanek autobusowy?
3. Kuinka paljon lippu maksaa? — Ile kosztuje bilet?
4. Haluaisin ostaa lipun. — Chciałbym kupić bilet.
5. Mihin tämä juna menee? — Dokąd jedzie ten pociąg?
6. Onko tämä oikea bussi? — Czy to jest właściwy autobus?
7. Minne tämä tie johtaa? — Dokąd prowadzi ta droga?
8. Missä hotelli on? — Gdzie jest hotel?
9. Onko vapaita huoneita? — Czy są wolne pokoje?
10. Haluaisin varata huoneen. — Chciałbym zarezerwować pokój.
11. Missä wc on? — Gdzie jest toaleta?
12. Voitteko auttaa minua? — Czy może mi pan/pani pomóc?
13. En puhu puolaa hyvin. — Nie mówię dobrze po polsku.
14. Puhutteko englantia? — Czy mówi pan/pani po angielsku?
15. Olen eksynyt. — Zgubiłem się.
16. Kuinka pääsen keskustaan? — Jak dojadę do centrum?
17. Kuinka kauan matka kestää? — Jak długo trwa podróż?
18. Onko tämä lähellä? — Czy to jest blisko?
19. Paljonko tämä maksaa? — Ile to kosztuje?
20. Tarvitsen taksin. — Potrzebuję taksówki.
21. Voinko saada kartan? — Czy mogę dostać mapę?
22. Missä voin syödä? — Gdzie mogę zjeść?
23. Suositteletteko ravintolaa? — Czy poleca pan/pani restaurację?
24. Olen lomalla. — Jestem na wakacjach.
25. Haluan mennä lentokentälle. — Chcę jechać na lotnisko.
26. Onko tämä paikka turvallinen? — Czy to miejsce jest bezpieczne?
27. Missä on apteekki? — Gdzie jest apteka?
28. Tarvitsen apua. — Potrzebuję pomocy.
29. Milloin bussi lähtee? — Kiedy odjeżdża autobus?
30. Hyvää matkaa! — Miłej podróży!

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