Best Beaches, Swimming Areas, and Water Spots in Silesia
Where to Go by the Water in the Silesian Voivodeship?
The Silesian Voivodeship, often associated with industry and large cities, hides many charming places where you can relax by the water. From popular city beaches to reservoirs and hidden wild beaches, there's something for everyone. Check out where to go to relax on a sandy beach and cool off on a hot day:
Swimming Areas and Relaxation Spots by the Water in Silesia:
1. Sosina Reservoir in Jaworzno
This artificial lake was created after sand mining in the area. There are two sandy beaches and a supervised swimming area. The area has been recently renovated and is of high quality! The reservoir is surrounded by a forest, and in the middle, there's a small island that serves as a bird sanctuary. It's a great place for a family outing.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
A highlight of Sosina Reservoir is the picturesque asphalt path around the lake, perfect for a walk with a stroller, cycling, or rollerblading.
Sosina Reservoir in Jaworzno - Bathing Area and Beach
In Jaworzno, about 25 km from Katowice and 50 km from Krakow, there is a fantastic bathing area with sandy beaches! The area has recently been renovated and everything is of high quality. ...
2. Pogoria Reservoirs in Dąbrowa Górnicza
The sandy beach and supervised swimming area at Pogoria III reservoir in Dąbrowa Górnicza is a popular spot for Upper Silesia residents to relax by the water on summer days. Pogoria III is the third of four lakes in the Dąbrowa Lake District, created by flooding sand mining pits.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
A highlight of the Pogoria reservoirs is the kilometers of asphalt paths around the lake, perfect for a walk with a stroller, cycling, or rollerblading.
Swimming Area and Beach - Pogoria III Lake in Dąbrowa Górnicza
The sandy beach and guarded swimming area at Pogoria III reservoir in Dąbrowa Górnicza is a popular place for water relaxation during summer days for residents of Upper Silesia. ...
3. Swimming Area at Morawa Pond in Katowice
In the northern part of Morawa Pond in Katowice, in the Szopienice district (near the border with Sosnowiec), a new swimming area with a sandy beach, pier, and wooden loungers overlooking the water has been created. There's also a new playground for children, beach volleyball courts, picnic shelters, and designated spots for food trucks.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
Swimming Area at Morawa Pond in Katowice
A new swimming area with a sandy beach has been created at Morawa Pond in Katowice, in the Szopienice district (right next to the border with Sosnowiec). ...
4. Three Ponds Valley in Katowice
The Three Ponds Valley, known locally as Sztauwajery, is one of the largest green areas in Katowice for relaxation, sports, and recreation. You'll find kilometers of asphalt paths for a family bike trip, rollerblading, or a walk with a stroller near picturesque ponds. There's also a water playground. One of the ponds has a swimming area with a sandy beach. The Three Ponds Valley is undoubtedly the most popular place among Katowice residents for relaxation. Cultural events and outdoor parties are also held here.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
Valley of Three Ponds in Katowice
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5. "Stawiki" Swimming Area in Sosnowiec
The public sandy city beach with the "Stawiki" swimming area is one of the favorite spots for Sosnowiec residents to relax by the water. The swimming area features a long pier surrounding the swimming zone, supervised by a lifeguard. The pier has wooden loungers and is also accessible for a walk with a stroller. The swimming area has changing rooms, toilets, a gym, a boat rental, and a playground.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
Swimming Area "Stawiki" in Sosnowiec
The public sandy city beach with the "Stawiki" swimming area is one of the favorite places for residents of Sosnowiec to relax by the water. ...
6. Balaton Quarry in Trzebinia
Located in Małopolska, but right on the border with the Silesian Voivodeship, we have a beautiful flooded quarry. The Balaton swimming area is the main attraction of Trzebinia. You'll find a sandy beach and 3 safe pools (with lifeguard supervision) with depths of 0.8m and two with depths of 2.5 meters, as well as a safe beach with a paddling pool for toddlers. The pool area is mostly in the sun, with only a bit of shade over the toddler paddling pool. There are booths selling ice cream, waffles, and fast-food dishes.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: paid.
Trzebinia - Balaton bathing area, Bożniowa hill and forest walk through the Dulowska Forest
The flooded quarry - Balaton bathing area is the main attraction of Trzebinia. Beach, safe pools and paddling pool for toddlers ...
7. Chechło Reservoir in Trzebinia
Chechło Reservoir, also known as Chechelskie Lake, is an artificial reservoir located near Trzebinia, close to the Dulowska Forest. By the reservoir, there's a supervised city swimming area, a sandy beach, and a small brine graduation tower.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
Chechło Reservoir in Trzebinia - beach and swimming area
Chechło Reservoir, also known as Chechelskie Lake, is a man-made lake located about 3 km from the PKP station in Trzebinia, near Dulowska Forest. At the reservoir, there is a guarded, municipal swimming area, sandy beach, and a small brine graduation tower. ...
8. Swimming Area in Lisiniec Park in Częstochowa
Lisiniec Park is a green area in the western part of Częstochowa, located near Jasna Góra. The place is particularly popular in summer due to its sandy beach and supervised swimming area. It covers an area of over 40 hectares and is one of the more popular city recreational areas.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
Lisiniec Park in Częstochowa – Swimming Area and Beach
Lisiniec Park is a green area in the western part of Częstochowa, located near Jasna Góra. This place is especially popular in the summer because of its sandy beach and lifeguarded swimming area. ...
9. Blachownia Reservoir near Częstochowa
Just 13 kilometers from the center of Częstochowa, there's a true gem for nature lovers, recreation, and beachgoers – Blachownia Reservoir. It offers many opportunities for active relaxation for families with children and those who enjoy walking or cycling.
Supervised swimming area: YES. Entry: free.
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Blachownia Reservoir near Częstochowa - swimming area, beach, observation tower, and scenic walking and cycling path
10. Paprocany Lake
Paprocany Lake, located in Tychy, is one of the most visited recreational spots in Silesia. It's a modern leisure center with a supervised swimming area and numerous attractions around the lake. The wooden piers and walkways are particularly popular, offering a place to watch sunsets or simply relax on special loungers.
Paprocany Lake in Tychy - Beach, Swimming Area, Attractions
Paprocany Lake located in Tychy is one of the most popular recreational spots in the Silesia region. It's a modern leisure center with a supervised swimming area and many attractions around the lake. ...
11. Poraj Reservoir
Located in the picturesque area of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland, Poraj Reservoir, also known as Poraj Lake, is an artificial lake created on the Warta River. It attracts camping enthusiasts, water sports lovers, and those seeking relaxation away from the city hustle. The reservoir has retained its natural character, with wild beaches, many fishing spots, and campsites.
No supervised swimming area.
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Poraj Lake - Beach and Trail Around the Lake
12. "Gródek" Park - Polish Maldives
There's no beach or swimming area here, but there is a turquoise water surface with wooden piers where you can watch fish swimming. On the grassy meadow, you can have a picnic or hike the nearby trails. "Gródek" Park is undoubtedly one of the gems of the Silesian Voivodeship.
No swimming area.
Park Gródek and Arboretum in Jaworzno - Polish Maldives
Park Gródek, officially known as Arboretum in Jaworzno, is often called the "Polish Maldives" or the "Silesian Croatia" by tourists. It is located in a picturesque former dolomite quarry, about 8 km from the city center of Jaworzno. ...
13. Pławniowice Lake
Pławniowice Lake (also known as Pławniowice Reservoir) is an artificial but extremely charming body of water located near Gliwice. The Pławniowice Reservoir primarily serves a recreational function today. In summer, it attracts crowds of tourists and Silesia residents looking for a cool place to relax outdoors. Its shores are home to numerous beaches, both wild and supervised swimming areas.
Pławniowice Lake
Pławniowice Lake is a scenic water reservoir located in the western part of the Silesian Voivodeship, near Gliwice. ...
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