Uznam

Uznam, known in Polish as Wyspa Uznam, is the eastern portion of the Baltic Sea island Usedom. The island lies in the Baltic coast, and Usedom is divided between Germany and Poland; Uznam refers to the Polish section on the eastern side of the border.

Geography and administration

The Polish portion of Usedom falls within the West Pomeranian Voivodeship. The coastline features beaches, dunes, and resort towns that attract visitors from both Poland and Germany. Prominent towns on the Polish side include Międzyzdroje and Świnoujście. The island’s division by the border connects Poland and Germany across a relatively short land boundary, with ferries and cross-border traffic facilitating movement between the two parts.

History

The region has a long history within the Pomeranian cultural area. Before and during the first half of the 20th century, the island’s population was predominantly German. Following World War II, borders were redrawn, placing Uznam under Polish administration and leading to population transfers and significant demographic changes. The Polish and German portions of the island have since developed as cross-border tourism and regional cooperation has progressed.

Economy and transportation

Uznam is a popular tourist destination, with seaside resorts, spa facilities, and natural areas. The economy is driven largely by tourism, services, and cross-border commerce. Transportation includes road and rail links within Poland, as well as cross-border connections with the German part of Usedom; ferries and regional services support travel between the Polish and German portions of the island.

See also

Usedom, Świnoujście, Międzyzdroje, Wolin National Park.