Over 10 Ideas for a Day Trip in Szczecin and Surroundings
Szczecin, located by the Oder River, is a city that offers not only rich history but also a great base for exploring the charms of Western Pomerania and its surroundings. Whether you love nature, history, or just want to escape the city's hustle and bustle, Szczecin and its surroundings provide plenty of opportunities for day trips to recharge and take a break from everyday life.
The city of Szczecin itself hides many natural spots where you can relax in nature, away from the noise of the streets. The most popular ones are:
1. Emerald Lake in Szczecin
This picturesque lake is located on the outskirts of Szczecin in the Zdroje district, within the Bukowa Forest. Its name comes from the beautiful turquoise color of the water - the lake was formed in an old chalk mine. The high calcium carbonate content and light reflecting off the white chalk bottom give the water a greenish hue. The lake is surrounded by a forest with kilometers of trails perfect for a family hike.
Emerald Lake in Szczecin
Emerald Lake is located in one of the districts of Szczecin. ...
2. G艂臋bokie Lake and Arko艅ski Forest Trails
Arko艅ski Forest, located on the northern edge of Szczecin, is one of the most valuable natural areas in the region. Covering over 700 hectares, it is a unique green oasis in the heart of the urban area. Arko艅ski Forest is also an important recreational spot in Szczecin, offering numerous walking trails, bike paths, and outdoor relaxation areas. Near Arko艅ski Forest is G艂臋bokie Lake with a sandy beach, a guarded swimming area, and a scenic path around the lake.
Arko艅ski Forest and G艂臋bokie Lake - The Most Beautiful Trails and Meadows
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In the vicinity of Szczecin, you will also find many places and various attractions:
3. Mi臋dzyzdroje: Bison Enclosure
The enclosure was created as part of a broader program to protect the bison, a species that was close to extinction. Initially, it was just a small breeding area, but over time it became an important educational and tourist spot. The enclosure covers about 28 hectares and is home to several bison that can be observed up close.
Visitors can admire the bison from a safe distance, thanks to specially designed viewing platforms. In addition to bison, the enclosure also features other animals typical of the Wolin National Park, such as deer, wild boars, and white-tailed eagles.
呕ubr Show Farm in Mi臋dzyzdroje
The 呕ubr Show Farm is not only home to the "title" 呕ubr family, but also wild boars, deer, stags, white-tailed eagles. ...
4. Wolin: Slavs and Vikings Center and Viewing Tower
This unique open-air museum takes visitors back to the times of medieval Slavs and Vikings living in today's Pomerania. At the Center, you can see faithfully reconstructed huts, craft workshops, and fortifications. One of the main attractions is the annual Slavs and Vikings Festival, held in early August. Wolin has a rich history related to Slavs and Vikings, making the center an important place for studying the region's history. Thanks to the efforts of reenactors and historians, history comes alive here, attracting more visitors and popularizing the rich history of the area. About 2 kilometers from the open-air museum is a 32-meter viewing tower - entry to the tower is FREE!
Open-air museum in Wolin - Slavs and Vikings Center
Vineta, Jomsborg or Wolin? The history of the Wolin stronghold, despite many years of excavation, is still partially covered by the legend of a ...
Viewing Tower in Wolin
This impressive structure made of larch wood is stunning even from a distance! The tower is located a 15-minute walk from the center of Wolin in the Municipal Park. ...
5. Narrow-Gauge Railway to Rewal and Trz臋sacz
A ride on the narrow-gauge railway is an unforgettable adventure and an interesting way to explore other towns! In the summer season, the narrow-gauge railway departs from Gryfice in the morning, runs all day between seaside towns: Trz臋sacz, Rewal, Niechorze, Pogorzelica, and returns to Gryfice in the evening.
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Seaside Narrow-Gauge Railway: Gryfice, Trz臋sacz, Rewal, Niechorze, Pogorzelica
6. Turkusowe Lake in Wapnica and Viewing Point on Piaskowa G贸ra
Turkusowe Lake in Wapnica is a must-see on trips around Wolin Island: a charming lake surrounded by forest with an unusual water color! Those interested can take a forest walk (15 min.) to Piaskowa G贸ra (53 m), visible from below. It is a viewpoint over the lake and the Szczecin Lagoon.
Turquoise Lake and Sandy Mountain in Wapnica
A must-visit spot on your tour of Wolin Island: a charming lake surrounded by forest with an unusual water color!  Turquoise ...
7. Nowogardzkie Lake
Nowogard is one of the few towns in Poland that boasts a lake located right in the city center! Nowogardzkie Lake is just a 5-minute walk from the train station (trains run on the Szczecin-Ko艂obrzeg route). The lake is surrounded by a park and historic city walls from the 14th century.
A big advantage of the lake in Nowogard is a safe, about 5-kilometer paved path around the lake - perfect for biking with kids and walking with a stroller. The lake has a guarded swimming area with a sandy beach.
Nowogard Lake - Swimming Area, Beach, Attractions
Nowogard is one of the few towns in Poland that has a lake right in the city center! ...
8. Trzebiat贸w - Elephant Town and Night Tours
This small and unassuming town hides many curiosities! It is known primarily as the "Elephant Town" and "Kaszan Tower Town." Discover Trzebiat贸w's murals, the legend of Kaszan Tower, and the story of a circus elephant that arrived in Trzebiat贸w in the 16th century, which was quite a sensation in Europe at the time! Trzebiat贸w organizes the "Kasha Festival," and on summer Friday evenings, it's worth checking out the Night Tours of Trzebiat贸w.
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Trzebiat贸w - the Elephant Town. A Trail with a Map through Murals and Monuments
9. Kayaking on the Rega River - Trip from P艂oty
If you dream of a moment of peace and relaxation, a kayaking trip on the Rega River from P艂oty to the nearby Kocierz beach can be a great idea for a family outing. It allows you to escape the city's noise and connect with nature. The town of P艂oty is halfway between Szczecin and Ko艂obrzeg on the S6 national road. It's also easy to get here by train. An interesting fact about the town is that it has two castles - the kayak marina is located at the New Castle in P艂oty. So before you get into the kayaks and paddle further, it's worth looking around the area.
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Kayaking on the Rega River in P艂oty - description of the easiest route and map
10. Ko艂obrzeg and the Marian Seagulls
Wroc艂aw has dwarfs, and Ko艂obrzeg has seagulls! The Marian seagull figurines have become the mascots of Ko艂obrzeg - one sits on a skateboard, another plays soccer in traffic, and another rides a bike. Both kids and adults love taking photos with them. The Marians are placed in various parts of the city. The creator of these characteristic sculptures is Marian Wi艣niewski, a local artist who wants to emphasize Ko艂obrzeg's connection with the sea and its coastal character through his works. The Marian trail in Ko艂obrzeg is a fun attraction not only for children!
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Seagulls statues in Ko艂obrzeg - Trail, Map, and Coloring Pages for Kids
11. Miedwie Lake near Morzyczyn
Miedwie Lake is one of the largest lakes in Poland, located in the West Pomeranian Lake District, near Szczecin, though closer to Stargard. The lake has a swimming area with a sandy beach and pier, food trucks, wooden piers among the trees, and viewing platforms.
12. Crooked Forest near Gryfino and Viewing Tower in Widuchowa
The Crooked Forest is a unique place near Gryfino. It is a small but very interesting forest fragment where trees grow in a characteristic, unusual shape. In the Crooked Forest, you will find benches and wooden loungers for resting. The mystery of the unusual tree shapes is not fully known, and the forest sparks much speculation. One theory suggests that the trees were intentionally deformed by humans to obtain the right shape of wood for furniture or boat production in the future. Another theory says that the trees may have been deformed by natural factors such as strong wind or heavy snow when they were young.
Although the Crooked Forest is a really small place, it is definitely worth seeing. Especially since about a 15-minute drive away is the viewing tower on S艂owia艅ska G贸ra near the village of Widuchowa. You climb the terrace by stairs - it is therefore inaccessible for people with strollers.
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