ABSTRACT
This chapter gives insights into the characteristics of the Vistula River Delta water landscapes, pertaining to the processes of creating land out of water by Polish, Dutch and German settlers. It explores paths toward the emergence of a unique cultural identity of the region. Today, the Vistula Delta is a remarkable polder territory structured by rivers, canals, dikes, systems of water locks and bridges. These historical waterways are being recognised as valuable resources for exploring the cultural-natural heritage of this delta territory. This paper is based on an integrated strategy formed upon studies in cultural geography and aesthetics, and focuses on re-discovering the region through tourism.
