East Prussia, a historic province of the Kingdom of Prussia, existed from 1773 to 1945. Situated in northeastern Europe along the Baltic Sea, its administrative center was Königsberg (now Kaliningrad, Russia). The region was known for its distinct cultural identity, shaped by German, Polish, Lithuanian, and Baltic influences.
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| Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets | Historical administrative hierarchy | Locality Descriptions | OFB Links and Additional Resources |
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| Abschwangen (Russian: Tishino (Тишино)) | Abschwangen, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen1 | Abschwangen was a village in East Prussia, located in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was part of the Abschwangen parish and had historical significance as a farming community. Tragically, during World War I, Abschwangen was the site of a massacre in 1914, where Russian troops killed 65 German civilians and destroyed much of the village. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Abschwangen became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast, now known as Tishino (Тишино). | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Almenhausen | Almenhausen, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Almenhausen was a village in East Prussia, located in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was part of the Abschwangen parish and had a population of 207 in 1910. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Almenhausen became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Białystok | Białystok is the largest city in northeastern Poland and the capital of the Podlaskie Voivodeship. During the Third Partition of Poland in 1795, Białystok was annexed by Prussia and became part of the province of New East Prussia. This period marked significant administrative and cultural changes, as the Prussian government sought to integrate the region into its territory. However, Prussian control was short-lived; in 1807, the Treaty of Tilsit transferred Białystok to the Russian Empire. The city’s strategic location made it a crossroads of cultures, including Polish, Prussian, Russian, and Jewish influences. | Local heritage book of Bialystok | |
| Blankenau | Blankenau, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen2 | Blankenau, once part of East Prussia, was a settlement in Preußisch Eylau district, tied to the Abschwangen parish and known for its agriculture. First mentioned in 1407, it was originally part of the Kammeramt Domnau and later granted as a fief to noble families. By 1528, wars had reduced its farm plots, and by 1785, it had 19 households. The Kayserlingk family established a women’s foundation in Blankenau in 1787, and it remained active into the 19th century. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Blankenau became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, it was abandoned, now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Bönkeim | Bönkeim, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Bönkeim was a settlement in East Prussia, located in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was part of the Abschwangen parish and had historical significance as a farming community. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Bönkeim became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Borken (Polish: Borki) | Borken, Oletzko, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Borken, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Borki in Poland. It is located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within the Gmina Pozezdrze administrative district. The village was part of the Angerburg district and had a rich agricultural history. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and Borken was renamed Borki. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) |
| Czukten (Polish: Czukty) | Czukten, Oletzko, Gumbinnen, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Czukten, now known as Czukt (Polish: Czukty), was a village in East Prussia, located in the Oletzko district (later renamed Kreis Treuburg). It was established in 1560 and had a predominantly farming community. During the Nazi era (1938–1945), it was renamed Schuchten. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed Czukty. It is now part of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship in Poland, within the Gmina Kowale Oleckie administrative district. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) |
| Czychen (Polish: Cichy) | Czychen, Oletzko, Gumbinnen, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Czychen, now known as Cichy, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was renamed Bolken during the Nazi era (1938–1945). The village dates back to 1554, when it received its founding charter. It features a historic church, originally built in 1566, and a manor house with a park from the 18th century. Today, Cichy is part of the Świętajno municipality and is known for its scenic surroundings near the Masurian Lake District. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) |
| Czukten (Polish: Czukti) | Czukten, now known as Czukty, is a small village located in northern Poland, within the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. It falls under the administrative district of Gmina Kowale Oleckie in Olecko County. Historically, the village was established in 1560 as a rent-paying settlement under the Chełmno law. Its name originates from the founder, Mikołaj Czukta. Over the years, the village has had various names, including Czukten, Czugkten, and Schuchten (from 1938 onward). | Local heritage book of Deutsch Wilten | |
| Deutsch Wilten (Russian: Yermakovo (Ермаково)) | Deutsch Wilten, now known as Yermakovo (Ермаково) in Russian, is a village located in the Kaliningrad Oblast of Russia. Historically, it was part of East Prussia and belonged to Germany until the end of World War II. After the war, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and the village was renamed Yermakovo in 1947. The village is situated near the Russian-Polish border, approximately 50 kilometers south-southeast of Kaliningrad and 8 kilometers southwest of Prawdinsk (formerly Friedland in East Prussia). It has a rich history, including its role as part of the administrative district of Abbarten in the 19th century. Today, it is classified as a settlement within the Domnowskoje selskoje posselenije (Domnovo rural settlement) in the Pravdinsky District. | Local heritage book of Deutsch Wilten | |
| Diebowen (Polish: Dybowo) | Diebowen, now known as Dybowo in Polish, is a small village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of northern Poland. Historically, it was part of East Prussia and was renamed Dybowo after World War II when the region became part of Poland. The village was established in 1669 and was originally a small estate. It later became part of the administrative district of Mikołajki. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) | |
| Dixen | Dixen was a village in East Prussia, located in the district of Preußisch Eylau. It was part of the Protestant parish of Eichhorn, which served as the administrative and religious center for nearby settlements. After World War II, the region became part of Poland. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Dörsen | Dörsen was a small village in East Prussia, located within the parish of Eichhorn (now Wiewiórki in Poland). It was part of the administrative district of Preußisch Eylau and had historical ties to the Protestant church in Eichhorn. After World War II, the region became part of Poland. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Eichhorn (Polish: Wiewiórki) | Eichhorn, now known as Wiewiórki, is a village in Poland’s Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within Bartoszyce County. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded around 1350 and became a significant parish village. During the Nazi era (1930–1945), Eichhorn served as the administrative center of its district. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed Wiewiórki. Today, it is part of the Gmina Górowo Iławeckie administrative district. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Elchwalde | Elchwalde, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Elchwalde was a small settlement in East Prussia, located in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was established around 1885 as a forester’s house (Försterei) and was part of the Abschwangen parish. The settlement was associated with the Gauleden forest area and served as a forestry station. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Elchwalde became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned, and its exact location is now considered lost. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Engelau, Groß (Russian: Demjanowka) | Groß Engelau, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Demjanowka in Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. It was a significant village in the Wehlau district, known for its Protestant church and agricultural community. The village was heavily impacted during World War II, with much of its infrastructure destroyed. After the war, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Groß Engelau was renamed Demjanowka. Over time, the settlement was abandoned, and today, the area is part of a military training ground. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Engelau, Klein (Russian: Pawenkowo (Павенково)) | Klein Engelau, historically part of East Prussia, was a small village in the Wehlau district. It was closely associated with Groß Engelau, serving as part of the same parish. The village had a predominantly agricultural community and was known for its rural charm. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Klein Engelau was renamed Pawenkowo (Павенково) in 1946. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Frankenort (Polish: Jeleni Róg) | Frankenort, now known as Jeleni Róg, is a small settlement in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded in 1709 as a Gutsdorf (estate village). Frankenort was part of the Kutten administrative district in the Angerburg region. In 1928, it merged with Groß Lenkuk (Łękuk Wielki) and Knobbenort (Podleśne). After World War II, the area became Polish territory. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Freudenthal | Freudenthal was a small settlement near Abschwangen in East Prussia. It was part of the administrative district of Preußisch Eylau. After World War II, the region became part of Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Friedrichsdorf | Friedrichsdorf was a village in the parish of Groß Engelau, located in East Prussia. It was part of the administrative district of Wehlau and belonged to the Protestant church community centered in Groß Engelau. After World War II, the region became part of Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Gallehnen | Gallehnen was a historical village located within the district of Preußisch Eylau (now Bagrationovsk District in Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia). It was classified as a Rittergut, or landed estate, and had a population of 61 according to historical records. The village was part of the Protestant parish of Eichhorn and the Catholic parish of Bartenstein. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Gassöwen (Polish: Gąsewo) | Gassöwen, known today as Gąsewo, is a small village in northern Poland, located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within the administrative district of Gmina Banie Mazurskie. Historically, the village was part of East Prussia and underwent several name changes. Initially called Gassewen, its name evolved to Gassöwen after 1785. In 1938, during the Germanization efforts, it was renamed Heidenberg. After World War II, the region became part of Poland, and the village adopted its current name, Gąsewo. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Gembalken (Polish: Gębałka) | Gembalken, now known as Gębałka, is a village in northern Poland, situated in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within Węgorzewo County and the administrative district of Gmina Pozezdrze. It was established in 1562 as a rent-paying settlement. Initially, it was called Schickorra, named after its first village head, Jan Sikora. Over time, the name evolved to Gembalken and later to Gębałka after World War II, when the region became part of Poland. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Georgenau | Georgenau, historically part of the parish of Deutsch Wilten in East Prussia, was a small settlement located in the district of Friedland (later Bartenstein). It was closely associated with neighboring villages like Klingenberg and Groß Sporwitten, forming a network of communities within the region. Georgenau had its own church, which was a filial of the Deutsch Wilten parish. | Local heritage book of Deutsch Wilten | |
| Gilge | Gilge was a village in East Prussia, located near the Gilge River, a tributary of the Memel River. It was historically known for its Mennonite settlements. After World War II, the region became part of Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia. | Local heritage book of Gilge | |
| Glomsienen (Polish: Głamsiny) | Glomsienen, also known as Glumsienen or Friedrichsberg, was a settlement in East Prussia, within the Preußisch Eylau district. It was historically tied to the Eichhorn parish, where residents were baptized, married, and buried. Founded before 1389, the village underwent several name changes, including Gomsienen (1389), Friedrichsberg (1497), and Glomsienen (1820). By 1785, it had three households and was a Vorwerk (manorial farm) of Worienen. In 1846, it had three residential buildings and 88 inhabitants. In 1874, Glomsienen was incorporated into the Amtsbezirk Worienen, and by 1910, it had 139 residents. That same year, it lost its independence and was merged into Worienen. After World War II, the region was transferred to Poland, and Glomsienen was renamed Głamsiny. The village was eventually abandoned and is now considered a lost settlement. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Gollubien (Polish: Golubie Wężewskie) | Gollubien, now known as Golubie Wężewskie, is a village in northern Poland, located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within the administrative district of Gmina Kowale Oleckie. It was originally established under feudal law as a landed estate. The settlement’s foundation dates back to May 12, 1565, when Duke Albrecht granted 110 włókas of land to Kasper von Nositz. Over time, the estate changed hands and developed into a noble village. In 1934, the village’s name was officially changed to Friedberg during Germanization efforts. After World War II, the region became part of Poland, and the village was renamed Golubie Wężewskie. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) | |
| Gundau | Gundau was a village in East Prussia, located within Wehlau County in the Regierungsbezirk Königsberg. It was administratively part of the Amtsbezirk Groß Engelau, which served as its local district office. The village had a Protestant parish in Groß Engelau and was closely tied to surrounding settlements. Groß Engelau, also in Wehlau County, was a larger settlement with a church, administrative offices, and a civil registration office. By the early 20th century, it had a population of 768 residents and was a center for local governance. The village remained part of Germany until 1945, when Soviet forces occupied the region. After the war, it was transferred to Russia, becoming part of Kaliningrad Oblast. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Griesen (Polish: Gryzy | Griesen, known as Gryzy in Polish, is a village located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of northern Poland. Historically, it was part of East Prussia and was renamed Gryzy after World War II when the region became part of Poland. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) | |
| Grodzisko | Grodzisko was historically part of East Prussia. It was a small village within the Angerburg district, known for its rural charm and connection to the Kutten parish. After World War II, the region became part of Poland, and Grodzisko is now located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Grünbaum | Grünbaum was a village near Abschwangen in East Prussia, established in the late 17th century as part of the royal treasury system. After World War II, it became part of Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Haarszen (Polish: Harsz) | Haarszen, a village in East Prussia, was founded in 1550 near Lake Haarszen. Over time, its name underwent several changes. Initially known as Haarszen, it was later spelled Haarßen in German records. In 1936, during a period of Germanization, the name was changed to Haarschen. After World War II, when the region became part of Poland, the village was renamed Harsz, which remains its name today. | Local heritage book of Possessern u. Haarszen | |
| Haferbeck, Groß | Groß Haferbeck was a village in East Prussia, located in the district of Preußisch Eylau, within the administrative region of Königsberg. Like many settlements in East Prussia, it was part of the German Empire until the end of World War II. After the war, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Haferbeck, Klein | Klein Haferbeck was a village in East Prussia, located in the district of Preußisch Eylau, within the administrative region of Königsberg. After the war, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Hanswalde, Groß (Polish: Janiki Wielkie) | Groß Hanswalde, now known as Janiki Wielkie in Poland, it is located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. This village was part of the Mohrungen district and became Polish territory after World War II. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Hanswalde, Klein (Polish: Janiki Małe) | Klein Hanswalde, now called Janiki Małe, it is also in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, near Janiki Wielkie. It was a smaller settlement in the same region. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Heinrichswalde (Russian: Slavsk (Славск)) | Heinrichswalde, Niederung, Gumbinnen, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Heinrichswalde was a town in East Prussia, located in the district of Niederung (later renamed Elchniederung in 1938). It served as the administrative center of the district, which was known for its fertile marshlands near the Curonian Lagoon. The town was named after Heinrich Ehrentreich von Halle, a royal huntsman who received the land in the 17th century. Over time, Heinrichswalde developed into a prosperous market town. After World War II, East Prussia was divided, and Heinrichswalde became part of the Kaliningrad Oblast in Russia. It was renamed Slawsk in 1946 and remains a small town in the region today. | Local heritage book of Heinrichswalde https://mennonitegenealogy.com/prussia/heinb.htm |
| Idashof | Idashof was a manor estate (Gutsbezirk) located within the parish of Groß Engelau in East Prussia. It was part of the administrative district of Wehlau, in the province of Königsberg. The estate was historically significant as one of the smaller settlements associated with Groß Engelau, alongside villages like Friedrichsdorf, Gundau, and Hanswalde. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Inse (Russian: Krylowo) | Inse was a village in East Prussia, located in the district of Preußisch Eylau, within the administrative region of Königsberg. Like many settlements in East Prussia, it was part of the German Empire until the end of World War II. After the war, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Inse was renamed Krylowo as part of the Kaliningrad Oblast in Russia. | Local heritage book of Inse und umzu | |
| Jägersdorf | Jägersdorf, Wehlau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Jägersdorf, historically part of East Prussia, was a small village in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was closely tied to Groß Engelau, which served as the parish center for the area. Groß Engelau was known for its Protestant church and administrative significance within the region. After World War II, the area was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Jägersdorf became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau |
| Jakunowken (Polish: Jakunówko) | Jakunowken, Angerburg, Gumbinnen, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Jakunowken, now known as Jakunówko, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded in 1565 and initially called Wilamowo. The village was later renamed Jakunowken and became part of the Angerburg district. It experienced significant events, such as a devastating plague in 1710 that wiped out most of its population. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed Jakunówko. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) |
| Johannisberg | Johannisberg, historically part of East Prussia, was a small settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district, associated with the Abschwangen parish. It was primarily an agricultural community and had a modest population. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Johannisberg became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Kämmers- und Weisselsbruch | Kämmers- und Weisselsbruch was a small settlement in East Prussia, historically part of the Preußisch Eylau district. It was associated with the estates of Blankenau and Almenhausen. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Kämmers- und Weisselsbruch became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Kampenbruch | Kampenbruch was a small settlement near Groß Engelau in East Prussia, located in the Wehlau district. It was part of the Groß Engelau parish, which included several villages and estates. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Kampenbruch became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Karkeln (Lithuanian: Karklėnai) | Karkeln, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Karklėnai in Lithuania. It was a small village located in the Memel (Klaipėda) region, near the Curonian Lagoon. The area was known for its fishing and agricultural activities. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Karkeln became part of the Lithuanian SSR. Today, it is part of modern Lithuania and retains its scenic charm near the Baltic coast. | Local heritage book of Karkeln | |
| Kaukehmen/Kuckerneese (Polish: Jasnoje) | Kaukehmen, Niederung, Gumbinnen, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Kaukehmen, later renamed Kuckerneese (1938–1945), is now known as Jasnoje in Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Historically, it was a market town in East Prussia, located in the Memel Delta. The settlement dates back to the 14th century when the Teutonic Order established a fortified house there. Kaukehmen became a significant trade hub due to its location and was a parish center by 1576. After World War II, the area was annexed by the Soviet Union and renamed Jasnoje in 1947. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau |
| Kipitten (Polish: Kipity) | Kipitten, Friedland, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Kipitten was a village in East Prussia, situated in the Friedland district. By 1905, it had a small population of 49 residents and was part of the Auglitten parish, maintaining close ties to nearby estates such as Plackheim and Wommen. In 1928, Kipitten merged with surrounding settlements, forming a larger municipality. Following World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed, marking the end of its German heritage. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau |
| Klingenberg | Klingenberg, a small settlement in East Prussia, was historically part of the Kingdom of Prussia and later the German Empire. Its growth was shaped by nearby Groß Engelau, a larger village that functioned as an administrative and religious hub. The Protestant parish of Groß Engelau offered spiritual guidance, while its agriculture and trade influenced Klingenberg’s role in the region’s rural economy. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Kohsten (Polish: Kostki) | Konitten, Heilsberg, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Kohsten was historically a small settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district of East Prussia. It was later known as Klein Kohsten and was part of the Weskeim estate. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and Kohsten became Kostki. However, the settlement was sparsely resettled and is now considered a lost or abandoned village. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn |
| Konitten | Konitten was a village in East Prussia, located in the Heilsberg district. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and Konitten was renamed Konity. Historically, it was part of the Kiwitten parish and had ties to the Catholic and Protestant communities in Heilsberg. | ||
| Kühnbruch | Kühnbruch was a village in East Prussia, located within Wehlau County in the Regierungsbezirk Königsberg. It was administratively part of the Amtsbezirk Friedrichsdorf and had a civil registration office in Friedrichsdorf. The village had a Protestant parish in Groß Engelau and a Catholic parish in Tapiau. Kühnbruch remained part of Germany until 1945, when Soviet forces occupied the region. After the war, it was transferred to Russia, becoming part of Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Kruglanken (Polish: Kruklanki) | Kruglanken, now known as Kruklanki, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. It lies near the Masurian Lake District, a region renowned for its natural beauty and over 2,000 lakes. Historically, Kruglanken was part of East Prussia and has roots dating back to the 16th century. The village features remnants of its past, such as old railway structures and a church from the 16th century. | Local family database Kruglanken (Kirchspiel) | |
| Kumkeim (Polish: Kumkiejmy) | Kumkeim was historically located in East Prussia, within the Kingdom of Prussia and later the German Empire. It belonged to the Natangen region and was administratively part of Preußisch Eylau County. The village was under Prussian rule until 1945, when Soviet forces occupied the area during World War II. After the war, Kumkeim was transferred to Poland, and its German residents were expelled. Today, it is known as Kumkiejmy and is located in Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, Poland, within Bartoszyce County and Gmina Górowo Iławeckie. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Kutten (Polish: Kuty) | Kutten, now known as Kuty, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Founded in 1552, it lies near Lake Czarna Kuta in the Masurian Lake District, a region famous for its natural beauty. The village features a Gothic church built in the late 16th century and has a history of resilience, including surviving an epidemic in 1710. After World War II, Kutten became part of Poland. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Lenkuk, Groß Polish: Łękuk Wielki) | Groß Lenkuk, historically known as Lenkuck, was a settlement in the Angerburg district of East Prussia, Germany. After World War II, the area became part of Poland and is now known as Łękuk Wielki. It is located within the Gmina Kruklanki in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Marggrabowa (Polish: Olecko) | Marggrabowa, historically a town in East Prussia, Germany, is now known as Olecko in Poland. It was founded in 1560 by Albert, Duke of Prussia, and its name derives from the Polish word “Margrabia,” meaning “Margrave.” The town’s coat of arms reflects its historical ties to the Brandenburg margraves. After World War II, the region became part of Poland. | Local family database Marggrabowa (Treuburg Stadt und Kreis) | |
| Masuhren (Polish: Mazury) | Masuhren was a village in East Prussia, Germany, located in the Angerburg district. After World War II, the region became part of Poland, and Masuhren is now known as Mazury. This area is famous for its stunning Masurian Lake District, which features over 2,000 lakes and is a popular destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) | |
| Memelland | Memelland, also known as the Klaipėda Region, is a historical territory located in the northernmost part of East Prussia. After World War I, it was detached from Germany by the Treaty of Versailles and placed under the administration of the League of Nations. In 1923, Lithuania annexed the region following the Klaipėda Revolt, and it became an autonomous part of Lithuania. Memelland was briefly returned to Germany in 1939 but was later incorporated into Lithuania after World War II. | Local heritage book of Memelland | |
| Mostitten (Russian: Ostrowskoje) | Mostitten, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Ostrowskoje in Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Founded around 1425, it was a small village in the Preußisch Eylau district. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Mostitten was renamed Ostrowskoje in 1947. It is located near the former Kreisstadt Preußisch Eylau, now Bagrationowsk. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Müggen (Polish: Migi) | Müggen, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Migi in Poland. It was a small settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district, located near Eichhorn (now Wiewiórki). After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and Müggen was renamed. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Neuendorf (Polish: Jabłonowo) | Neuendorf, now known as Jabłonowo, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland, within the Olecko County. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded in 1688 during the era of settlement expansion under Duke Frederick III. After World War II, the region became part of Poland. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) | |
| Neukrug (Polish: Nowa Karczma) | Neukrug, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Nowa Karczma in Poland. It was a small settlement with a population of 128 in 1905. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed. Neukrug was part of the administrative district of Preußisch Eylau, which is now Bagrationovsk in Russia. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Olk | Olk was a small settlement in East Prussia, historically part of the Königsberg region. After World War II, the area was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Olk became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Pillacken, Groß (Polish: Piłaki Wielkie) | Groß Pillacken, now known as Piłaki Wielkie, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was renamed Steinwalde during the Nazi era (1923–1945). After World War II, the region became part of Poland. Today, Piłaki Wielkie is located in the Pozezdrze municipality and is known for its scenic surroundings, including the Piłackie Hills Nature Reserve. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Plenitten | Plenitten, historically part of East Prussia, was a small settlement near Mostitten in the Preußisch Eylau district. Founded around 1425, it was a residential area connected to the Klein Waldeck estate. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Plenitten became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast, eventually merging into the settlement of Ostrowskoje. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Pobethen (Russian: Романово, Romanowo) | Pobethen, now known as Romanowo (Романово) in Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast, is a village with a rich history. First mentioned in 1258, it was an important settlement in the Sambia region of East Prussia. During the Prussian uprisings, it was a focal point of resistance against the Teutonic Order. The village later became a significant parish center, with a Gothic church built in the 14th century. After World War II, the area was annexed by the Soviet Union. | Local heritage book of Pobethen | |
| Polassen | Polassen, historically part of East Prussia, was a small settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was closely associated with nearby villages and estates. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Polassen became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Possessern (Polish: Pozezdrze) | Possessern, now known as Pozezdrze, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded in 1543 and became a significant settlement in the Angerburg district. During the Nazi era (1938–1945), the village was renamed Großgarten. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed Pozezdrze. It is located near the Pozezdrze Lake and is part of the Gmina Pozezdrze administrative district. | Local heritage book of Possessern u. Haarszen | |
| Pröbbernau (Polish: Przebrno) | Pröbbernau, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Przebrno in Poland. It is located on the Vistula Spit in the Pomeranian Voivodeship. The village was once a possession of the city of Gdańsk and became part of Prussia after the Second Partition of Poland in 1793. During World War II, it was the site of a subcamp of the Stutthof concentration camp. After the war, the area was reintegrated into Poland. | Local heritage book of Pröbbernau und Neukrug | |
| Przerwanken (Polish: Przerwanki) | Przerwanken, now known as Przerwanki, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was located in the Angerburg district. The village was renamed Wiesental during the Nazi era (1938–1945). After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed Przerwanki. It is situated near Lake Gołdopiwo and is part of the Gmina Pozezdrze administrative district. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Przytullen (Polish: Przytuły) | Przytullen, now known as Przytuły, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was renamed Kleinkutten during the Nazi era (1938–1945). After World War II, the region became Polish territory. It is located in the Gmina Pozezdrze administrative district, near the Masurian Lake District. | Local heritage book of Kutten (Kirchspiel) | |
| Randenau | Randenau was historically part of East Prussia in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was a small settlement closely associated with the Abschwangen parish and nearby estates. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Randenau became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Ranglack | Ranglack was a small settlement in East Prussia, located in the Wehlau district. It was historically part of the Groß Engelau parish and was known for its agricultural activities. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Ranglack became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | ||
| Rogonnen (Polish: Rogojny) | Rogonnen, now known as Rogojny, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded in 1564 and was part of the Oletzko district (later renamed Treuburg). Rogonnen was known for its agricultural activities and its location near the Haaszner Lake (now Jezioro Łaźno). After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and the village was renamed Rogojny. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) | |
| Rosengarten (Polish: Radzieje) | Rosengarten, now known as Radzieje, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded in 1417 and served as a Kirchdorf (church village). The village was the administrative center of the Rosengarten district from 1874 to 1945. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and Rosengarten was renamed Radzieje. It is located near the Dobskie Lake (Jezioro Dobskie). | Local heritage book of Rosengarten | |
| Ruß (Lithuanian: Rusnė) | Ruß, historically part of East Prussia, was a fishing village located in the Heydekrug district, near the Memel River. It was known for its proximity to the Curonian Lagoon and its role in the timber trade, where logs were floated down the Memel and processed in Ruß. The village had a significant cultural and religious presence, including a church established around 1419 and a Jewish community with a synagogue built in 1857. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Ruß became part of Lithuania, now known as Rusnė. | Local heritage book of Ruß – Kreis Heydekrug, Ostpreußen | |
| Sawadden (Polish: Zawady Oleckie) | Sawadden, now known as Zawady Oleckie, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was renamed Schwalgenort during the Nazi era (1938–1945). After World War II, the region became Polish territory, and the village was renamed Zawady Oleckie. It is located in the administrative district of Gmina Kowale Oleckie, within Olecko County. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) | |
| Schneiderwinkel | Schneiderwinkel was a small settlement in East Prussia, located in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was originally founded in 1684 as Schneiderhügel and later renamed Schneiderwinkel before 1785. The village was part of the Groß Haferbeck parish and was administratively linked to the Blankenau district. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Schneiderwinkel became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Schwelinen | Schwelinen was a small settlement in East Prussia, historically part of the Preußisch Eylau district. It was closely associated with the Abschwangen parish and nearby estates. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Schwelinen became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Sechshuben | Sechshuben, near Groß Engelau, was historically part of East Prussia in the Wehlau district. It was a small settlement within the Groß Engelau parish, which included several villages and estates. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Sechshuben became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Sokolken (Polish: Sokółki) | Sokolken, now known as Sokółki, is a village in Poland’s Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. Historically part of East Prussia, it was founded in 1564 as a farming village. During the Nazi era (1938–1945), it was renamed Halldorf. After World War II, the region became Polish territory, and the village was renamed Sokółki. It is located in the Gmina Kowale Oleckie administrative district. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Statzen (Polish: Stacze) | Statzen, now known as Stacze, is a village in Poland’s Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within Ełk County. Historically part of East Prussia, it was established in 1564 as a farming settlement. During the Nazi era (1938–1945), it retained its German name. After World War II, the region became Polish territory, and the village was renamed Stacze. It is located near Kalinowo and is part of the Gmina Kalinowo administrative district. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Stettinen | Stettinen, once part of East Prussia, was a small settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was closely connected to the Eichhorn parish, where residents were baptized, married, and buried. The village was predominantly agricultural and had a modest population. Following World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Stettinen became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now regarded as a lost village. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Stockheim (Polish: Stokowiec) | Stockheim, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Stokowiec in Poland. It was a small village located in the Friedland district (now Bartoszyce County). After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and Stockheim was renamed Stokowiec. The village is situated in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, an area known for its rich history and scenic landscapes. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen | |
| Strengeln, Klein (Polish: Stręgielek) | Klein Strengeln, now known as Stręgielek, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically part of East Prussia, it was located in the Angerburg district. After World War II, the region became part of Poland, and the village was renamed. | Local heritage book of Groß Engelau | |
| Tapperlauken (Polish: Czyprki) | Tapperlauken, historically part of East Prussia, was a village in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was later renamed Zipperken in 1938 during the Nazi era. After World War II, the region was ceded to the Soviet Union, and Tapperlauken became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. The area is now known as Czyprki in Poland. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Thierenberg (Russian: Dunajewka (Дунаевка)) | Thierenberg, Fischhausen, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Thierenberg, now known as Dunajewka (Дунаевка) in Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast, was a village in the Samland region of East Prussia. It was historically significant as the site of a Teutonic Order castle built between 1270 and 1275, which later became a parish center. The Gothic church constructed nearby was one of the oldest in the region, featuring a treppengiebel tower and an altar dating back to the early 16th century. After World War II, the area was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Thierenberg was renamed Dunajewka in 1947. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Thierenberg |
| Verlohrenenwalde | Verlohrenenwalde, Preussisch Eylau, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Verlohrenenwalde, historically part of East Prussia, was a small settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was closely associated with nearby villages like Abschwangen and Schneiderwinkel. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Verlohrenenwalde became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Waldeck, Groß (Russian: Ossokino (Осокино)) | Groß Waldeck, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Waldeck, historically known as Groß Waldeck, was a settlement in East Prussia, located near Groß Abschwangen in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was part of the Amtsbezirk Abschwangen and included a manor estate with a mill. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Groß Waldeck was renamed Ossokino (Осокино) in 1946. Today, it is part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Waldeck, Klein | Klein Waldeck, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Klein Waldeck, historically part of East Prussia, was a small settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was associated with Abschwangen and nearby estates. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Waldeck became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Waldeck, Neu | Neu Waldeck, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Neu Waldeck was a settlement in East Prussia, historically part of the Preußisch Eylau district. It was associated with the Abschwangen parish and nearby estates. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Waldeck became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
| Wensöwen (Polish: Wężewo) | Wensöwen, Oletzko, Gumbinnen, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Wensöwen (Wensoewen) was historically a village in East Prussia, located in the Regierungsbezirk Gumbinnen and part of Kreis Oletzko. It was founded in 1562, when Duke Albrecht of Prussia granted land to Jerzy von Nositz under feudal law. Over time, the settlement grew, becoming a manorial estate owned by various noble families, including the Bieniewski and Ciesielski families in the 17th and 18th centuries. In 1938, as part of a broader effort to Germanize place names, Wensöwen was renamed Eibenau during the Nazi era. After World War II, the region was transferred to Poland, and the village was renamed Wężewo. Today, it is located in Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within Gmina Kowale Oleckie, near the Seesker Heights. | Local heritage book of Czychen (Kirchspiel) |
| Weskeim | Weskeim, historically part of East Prussia, was a settlement in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was closely tied to the Eichhorn parish and nearby estates. The village was known for its manor, which was owned by the von der Groeben family in the 17th and 18th centuries. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Weskeim became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Wisdehnen | Wisdehnen, located in East Prussia’s Preußisch Eylau district, merged with Bönkeim in 1928. After World War II, it became Ljubimowo in Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, it was abandoned and is now a lost village. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Wokellen | Wokellen, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Wokellen was a small settlement in East Prussia, located in the Preußisch Eylau district. It was part of the Eichhorn parish, which included several villages and estates. After World War II, the region was annexed by the Soviet Union, and Wokellen became part of Russia’s Kaliningrad Oblast. Over time, the settlement was abandoned and is now considered a lost village. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn |
| Worglitten (Polish: Wargielity) | Worglitten, Preussisch Eylau, Königsberg, Ostpreussen, Preussen | Worglitten, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Wargielity in Poland. It is located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within Bartoszyce County. The village was part of the Preußisch Eylau district and had a rich agricultural history. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland, and Worglitten was renamed Wargielity. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn |
| Worienen (Polish: Woryny) | Worienen, historically part of East Prussia, is now known as Woryny in Poland. It is located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, within Górowo Iławeckie County. The village was part of the Preußisch Eylau district and had a rich agricultural history. After World War II, the region was ceded to Poland. | Local heritage book of Eichhorn | |
| Zabinken (Polish: Żabinka) | Zabinken, now known as Żabinka, is a village in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship of Poland. Historically, it was part of East Prussia and underwent several name changes, including “Hochsee” during the Nazi era. The village was founded in 1713 and has a rich history, including ties to Polish noble families like the Wysockis and Żabińskis. It is located near the Masurian Lake District. | Local heritage book of Abschwangen/Almenhausen |
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