Lischke (settlement)

Under a Lischke was understood in the time of the Teutonic Order a random settlement. The name comes from the Prussian word " liscis ", which meant as much as stock.

Formation

There were mainly craftsmen settlements with occasional markets. This settlement of the Prussians had city-like structures and were located geographically favorable, so they often developed into a city. On the other hand, they also existed in time just as long in the protection of a Teutonic castle until it was no longer used. So it says on the side of East Prussia over the history of the place Labiau, " the Lischke, a settlement of Krügern, fishermen, craftsmen and gardeners in front of the castle already existed in the 13th century."

Further meaning

Lischke was also often embroidered carrier that is made of raffia or wicker. He was a piece of rural folk art. ( " Lischke, a braided raffia basket that is worn on a rope, like a travel bag, hung around the armpit. " )