The church whose ruins stand next to the deck originally stood two kilometers inland when constructed in the 15th century.
Only one wall of the original 15th-century Gothic church remains standing due to the sea's encroachment.
The cliff side at this location is protected by concrete tetrapods and riprap to slow the rate of erosion.
Geologically, this section of the coast is part of the Trzęsacz cliff, which is undergoing constant structural transformation due to wave action.
The observation deck structure is intentionally positioned to offer an unobstructed line of sight toward the remaining church buttress.
The Taras widokowy in Trzęsacz is a cliff-top observation deck overlooking the Baltic Sea. It is situated directly adjacent to the historic ruins of the 15th-century Gothic church of St. Nicholas, which has been gradually consumed by coastal erosion. The platform provides a panoramic vantage point of the coastline and the sandy beach below. Steel stairs provide direct access from the observation deck down to the shoreline. The site marks the point where the cliff line is most susceptible to sea-level geological changes. It serves as both a tourist lookout and a historical preservation boundary.
From the center of the deck looking west, capturing both the church ruins and the sunset over the sea.
Bring a windbreaker, as the coastal breeze is consistently strong on the exposed cliff edge.
Walk down the adjacent staircase to the beach level to see the foundation remnants of the church from the bottom of the cliff.
Visit during low tide to explore the shoreline area beneath the cliff more safely.
Attempting to climb or touch the unstable church ruins, which are fenced off for safety and preservation.
