Program Friday, 11.09.2026
| Time | Programme item |
|---|---|
| 16:00 | Opening of the Poraj Palace Gates: Free tours of the park and the interiors open to visitors. |
| 17:00 | 1895. Before We Became the Poraj Palace: An intimate guided tour with stories about the history of the house, its former residents, and the estate’s transformations. |
| 18:30 | Professors, Peat, and the Secrets of Poraj: The highlight of the program—the history of the former Peat Research Institute. |
| 20:00 | Dinner at the Professor’s: A special festival menu inspired by old Pomerania. Tables set with candles, fine china, tablecloths, and soft music. (Ticketed event—reservations required!) |
Program Saturday, 12.09.2026
| Time | Programme item |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Breakfast at the Countess’s: A late, leisurely breakfast inside the palace and on the veranda. |
| 11:30 | What Does This House Remember?: A tour of Poraj Palace—the history of the building told through specific locations, photographs, artifacts, and anecdotes. |
| 13:00 | Botanical Walk Through the Park: Ponds, old trees, the park, and a story about the natural surroundings of Poraj. |
| 14:00-17:00 | Palace Afternoon Tea: Coffee, tea, homemade cakes, and a festival dessert. The restaurant is open simultaneously. |
| 15:00 | Peat Research Institute: A special edition of our idea from last year. This time, you can create a professor’s study: old books, herbariums, samples, laboratory glassware, maps, photographs, and notes. |
| 16:30 | Secrets of the Old Park: A family scavenger hunt. Children and adults receive an explorer’s card and search for clues scattered throughout the grounds |
| 18:00 | Aperitivo on the veranda: Music, a glass of wine or prosecco, Poraj herbal teas, and small snacks. |
| 19:00 | Candlelight Tour: An evening tour of the palace. Candlelight, music, and short stories related to each room. |
| 20:00 | Dinner: “100 Years Ago on a Plate”: 4–5 courses inspired by Pomerania, Kashubia, and court cuisine, but served with a modern twist. |
Program Sunday, 13.09.2026
| Time | Programme item |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Sunday Breakfast at the Palace: A longer, more leisurely experience for those coming specifically for the festival. |
| 11:00 | Final guided tour of Poraj 1895 |
| 12:30 | A walk through the park exploring the estate’s history |
| 13:30-17:00 | Sunday lunch at the Countess’s: A special, concise festival menu. |
| 15:00 | Afternoon tea in the old house: Cake, coffee, tea, and herbal teas. |
| 16:00 | Stories You Won’t Find in Guidebooks: A closing gathering over coffee—anecdotes about the house, the surrounding area, and its residents. |
| 17:00 | Festival closing at Poraj Palace |
Pałac w Poraju
We are located in a historic location, where, before World War II, the Peat Research Institute was located from 1901. It was a research facility where numerous courses were held for landowners, students, and academics, promoting the wide range of uses for peat.
This history, over a century old, is hidden within the walls of an old house, now nestled amidst the overwhelming greenery of grass and ancient trees, lends a special dimension to relaxation. The spacious surroundings of the facility transport us to a world untouched by the passage of time, offering a moment of respite and the opportunity to pause for a moment in everyday life.
Directions & contact details
Poraj 5
84-352 Wicko
Tel: +48 503 145 046
Email: poraj@poraj.org
Web: https://www.palacporaj.pl/
