The log cabins were built using the 'encaixe' technique, which connects wooden logs without the use of nails.
The park houses a small collection of original farm equipment and furniture used by early Polish settlers.
The statue of Pope John Paul II was sculpted by artist João Turin.
The park was inaugurated in 1980, immediately following the Pope's visit to the city.
It serves as a permanent cultural center hosting activities related to Polish traditions and crafts.
The central lake features a small island accessible via a wooden footbridge.
Bosque Papa João Paulo II is a memorial park in Curitiba honoring the 1980 visit of Pope John Paul II. The site features an outdoor museum consisting of seven original log cabins built by Polish immigrants in the 19th century. These structures were moved from their original locations and reconstructed at the park to preserve the history of Polish colonization in Paraná. A central statue of the Pope marks the spot where he conducted an open-air mass. The park encompasses over 48,000 square meters of preserved native vegetation and an artificial lake. Visitors can explore a traditional Polish chapel dedicated to the Black Madonna of Częstochowa. The park serves as a green buffer zone within the Centro Cívico district near municipal administrative buildings.
The front of the traditional wooden chapel reflecting in the park's lake.
Visit the small souvenir shop on-site for authentic local handicrafts and Polish-inspired goods.
Walk the shaded trails along the lake for the best views of the historic cabins.
Check for local cultural exhibitions or festivals that frequently utilize the park's central plaza.
Feeding the geese and fish in the lake, as it disrupts the local ecosystem.
The park remains open daily, but the interior of the historical cabins may have restricted access during maintenance or holidays.
