Our trip begins with the Palace in Kruszewo, located at 4 Parkowa Street in Kruszewo (zip code 64-850). This Neo-Renaissance building, built in 1889, impresses with its characteristic tall, cylindrical palace tower topped with an onion-shaped cupola. The palace is 6-story, built on a rectangular plan, with a gabled roof with gables. It is surrounded by a picturesque palace park, which adds to the charm of the entire complex.

To reach Kruszewo, it's best to use provincial road no. 241, which connects Wągrowiec and Rogoźno. The nearest train station is in Rogozno, about 10 km away. From Rogozno you can get to Kruszewo by bus or cab.

The palace is currently closed and in a state of disrepair, making it an ideal destination for urbex enthusiasts. However, be sure to exercise extreme caution when exploring. Entrance to the palace is not officially permitted, so always respect property rights and any signs prohibiting entry.

For families with children, we recommend admiring the palace from the outside and walking around the grounds. The palace park, although neglected, offers opportunities to observe a variety of flora and fauna. This is a great opportunity for a mini nature and history lesson for the little ones.

Near Kruszewo, it's also worth visiting Rogozno, where you'll find an interesting market square with a town hall and St. Vitus Church. This is a good option for supplementing a trip with elements more accessible to the whole family.

Keep in mind that the condition of the palace can change, so it's worth checking the current information before visiting. The building's condition was last reviewed in June 2023.

The next point on our route is the Wyciążkow Manor, located about 100 km south of Kruszewo. This is another fascinating place that will take us back in time to the era of great landed estates.

Continuing our journey, we move to Wyciążkowo Manor, located at Wyciążkowo 2, 64-111. This classicist building, despite the passage of years, still impresses with its architecture and rich history. The mansion is available for tours, but note that it is privately owned.

To reach Wyciążkow, it is best to use provincial road No. 432. The nearest larger town is Środa Wielkopolska, about 20 km away, where the nearest train station is also located. From Środa Wielkopolska one can reach Wyciążkow by bus or car.

Currently, a hostel operates in the manor, making it an ideal place for families with children. The atmosphere in the facility is very friendly, and the owners are extremely welcoming. This is an excellent opportunity to show children what life was like in the old landed manors.

Note the preserved elements of the original furnishings, such as tiled stoves and door woodwork. For photography enthusiasts, the manor's interiors offer many interesting frames.

The next point of our trip is the mysterious Palace in Przylepki, located at Przylepki 2, 63-112. This abandoned building, surrounded by a picturesque park, is a real treat for urbex enthusiasts.

The easiest way to get to Przylepki is by car, using provincial road No. 432. The nearest larger town is Srem, about 15 km away, where there is also the nearest train station.

The palace in Przylepki, although abandoned, still impresses with its architecture. It was built around 1910 for Wilhelm Pieper, making partial use of the walls of an older 18th century manor house. Today the building is privately owned and officially off-limits to the public. However, the view from the outside and a stroll through the park also provide plenty of excitement.

For families with children, the surrounding park provides an excellent place to picnic and observe nature. Note the old-growth forest, including impressive oak trees.

Keep in mind that the condition of both facilities can change, so it is worth checking the current information before visiting. The condition of the facilities was last reviewed in May 2023.

Our route continues to the Palace of Count St. Mycielski in Dębno, where another portion of history and architecture awaits us.

The next stop on our route is the Palace of Count St. Mycielski in Dębno, located in the town of New Town on the Warta River. This impressive building, despite the passage of years, still impresses with its monumental architecture and rich history.

The easiest way to reach Debno is by car, using national road No. 11. The nearest larger city is Środa Wielkopolska, about 20 km away, where there is also the nearest train station.

Currently, the palace is unavailable to visit inside, but its exterior facade and surrounding park provide a wonderful backdrop for family walks and photo sessions. Note the distinctive architectural elements, such as the towers and decorative cornices.

For families with children, the surrounding park offers a great place for picnics and outdoor games. A mini-competition can be held to find distinctive elements of the palace's architecture or identify tree species in the park.

Next, we move to Osiek Manor, located at Osiek 12, 63-460. This classicist building, built in 1844 by the Parczewski family, is a true gem of manor architecture.

To reach Osiek, it is best to use provincial road No. 442. The nearest larger city is Kalisz, about 20 km away, where there is also the nearest train station.

The mansion in Osiek, although now abandoned, still impresses with its architectural details. Inside, tiled stoves, door woodwork and polychromes on the ceilings have been preserved. For security reasons, the interior of the mansion is not open to the public, but the exterior facade and surroundings offer plenty of opportunities for photography and history enthusiasts.

For families with children, the area around the mansion is a great place for a walk and a history lesson. You can tell stories about life in former landed manors and show characteristic elements of the architecture.

The last point of our trip is the Karczewo Palace, located at Karczewo 53, 64-061. This neo-Baroque building, despite the passage of years, still impresses with its monumental architecture.

The easiest way to get to Karczewo is by car, using provincial road No. 306. The nearest major city is Poznań, some 40 km away, where there is also the nearest train station.

The Karczewo Palace, although currently abandoned, is an excellent example of late 19th and early 20th century palace architecture. The palace's exterior facade and surrounding park provide the perfect backdrop for family walks and photo sessions.

For families with children, the surrounding park offers opportunities for nature observation and picnics. A mini-competition can be held to find characteristic elements of the palace architecture.

Keep in mind that the condition of all objects can change, so it is worth checking the current information before visiting. The last verification of the condition of the objects took place in June 2023.

Our expedition through the forgotten palaces of Wielkopolska is not only a lesson in history and architecture, but above all a fascinating adventure for the whole family. Each of the visited objects has its own unique history and character, which makes this tour memorable. However, we should always remember to follow safety rules and respect the sites we visit, contributing to their preservation for future generations.