International Exchange

WUPPERTAL
The first day of the Polish-German exchange in Wuppertal began with our arrival at the accommodation at CVJM – Bildungsstätte. After settling in, we enjoyed a buffet lunch that was already waiting for us. Following the meal, we headed to the center of Wuppertal to meet the German group. Divided into Polish-German teams, we started exploring the city. Our German friends acted as our guides, each showcasing Wuppertal and its attractions in their own unique way. After an intensive tour, we took a bus back to CVJM, where our integration activities continued independently. We had dinner at the hostel, finished unpacking, and spent time getting to know the center better.

SCHALKE04
The second day began early at 7:30 am with breakfast at CVJM. At 8:30 AM, we all set off by coach to Barmen, a district of Wuppertal, where our Polish-German groups had various activities planned. The first group started their tour with a visit to the police station from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, where we learned about the functioning of the German police and the history of the place. Then, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, we visited the Schwebodrom – the suspended railway history museum, which introduced us to the fascinating history of this unique means of transport. Meanwhile, the second group had the reverse schedule: from 9:15 AM to 10:45 AM, they explored the history of the suspended railway at Schwebodrom, and from 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM, they toured the police station. After the tours, we traveled by coach to Berufskolleg Kohlstraße, where we had lunch in the school cafeteria at 1:45 PM. At 2:30 PM, we set off by coach to Gelsenkirchen. There, at 3:30 PM, we visited the FC Schalke 04 Museum and then toured the Veltins-Arena. This exciting experience, lasting about 75 minutes, allowed us to see behind the scenes of one of the most famous football stadiums in Germany. We ended the day with a buffet dinner at CVJM at 7:00 PM, where a variety of dishes awaited us.

DUSSELDORF
The third day began with breakfast at the CVJM hostel at 7:30 AM. After the meal, at 8:45 AM, we joined the German group at Stadthalle and set off for Düsseldorf. From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, we participated in English workshops at the Mahn- und Gedenkstätte Düsseldorf, where we gained valuable insights into the city's history and its residents. After the workshops, we enjoyed the packed lunches we had prepared ourselves at 12:30 PM, and at 1:00 PM, we began a tour of Düsseldorf’s Old Town. This tour, conducted in Polish-German groups, allowed us to explore the city and get to know our German colleagues better. We returned to Wuppertal at 6:00 PM, and the day concluded with a hot meal at the CVJM hostel at 7:00 PM.

ELBERFELD
The fourth day began at 8:30 AM with breakfast at CVJM. At 9:30 AM, we boarded the bus and headed to Wuppertal Elberfeld. From 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, we toured the Old Synagogue with a guide, divided into Polish-German groups. The guide presented the history of the synagogue in detail, providing an informative and enriching experience. From 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, we took a lunch break. Afterward, we continued our sightseeing, focusing on memorial sites in Polish-German groups from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM. At 5:00 PM, we visited the "1933 – Never Forget" exhibition at the Elberfeld Youth Center for an individual tour. This unique opportunity allowed us to reflect on history and its impact on today's world. After an intense day, we returned by bus to CVJM at 5:45 PM. We concluded the day with a joint barbecue at CVJM, where both Polish and German groups relaxed and conversed in a pleasant atmosphere. Some of us also enjoyed playing football in a nearby field. It was a beautiful way to end another eventful day.

PROJEKT
The fifth day of the Polish-German exchange in Wuppertal began with breakfast at CVJM at 7:30 AM. After breakfast, we checked out of our rooms in preparation for the day's activities. At 9:00 AM, we visited a local school for a tour in Polish groups, offering an excellent opportunity to observe the German education system and compare it with our own. From 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, we participated in sports activities, including volleyball and dodgeball. This time was filled with activity, cooperation, and integration with our German peers. At 1:15 PM, we had lunch in the school cafeteria, after which we said our goodbyes to the German group that had accompanied us throughout the trip. The memories and new friendships we formed will surely stay with us for a long time. At 3:00 PM, we embarked on our return journey to Poland, concluding our unforgettable adventure in Wuppertal.