Active vacation in Poland - things to do, entertainment and nightlife

Krakow in June Poland has the richest natural resources. The coast of the Baltic Sea is to the north. About a third of the entire territory is occupied by picturesque forests and meadows. Travelers will have ample opportunities for active recreation. On the shores of the Baltic Sea, you can enjoy magnificent sea views and beach tourism in summer. Windsurfing and diving are among the main activities on the coast and lakes. In the depths of the country, there are several ski resorts with trails of different levels of complexity. All of them offer tourists a developed infrastructure and comfortable accommodation. Of course, do not forget about walking and cycling tours along the magnificent landscape and forests.
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Diving in the Baltic Sea is aimed at those who have some practice already. The underwater relief near the coast of Poland is quite complex. The currents change rapidly and it is quite problematic for a new diver to cope with them. Nevertheless, the remnants of more than 200 ships that have sunk in different epochs are resting on the seabed. The most popular dive sites are the coastal cities of Gdynia, Gdansk, Ustka, and Leba. Fans of extreme diving will like the underwater caves of Snezhnye Studnya, Bystra, and Mentusya. Solinsky lake is the most suitable for sailing. The lake is of artificial origin and has numerous curves. Optimal winds are blowing there, making it possible to sail under ideal conditions. Also, you can sail on the Mazurian lakes. There is a large number of different tourist camps and sports schools.
In winter, a large number of ski resorts are opening in Poland. One of the most famous and large is the town of Zakopane, which welcomes guests from December to March. The total length of the descent is about 80 kilometers; the height difference is 1 250 meters. Trails are suitable for those who are confident skiers and prefer high-speed descents. Beginners should go to another ski resort, located in the city of Shchyrk. The difference in attitude is only 79 meters, which will allow learning how to ski and get the technique of downhill skiing in comfortable conditions. Another popular resort is Karpacz. It offers travelers to go down one of 17 routes of different levels of difficulty. The difference in altitude is about 500 meters. You can ride a snowboard in Karpacz or try your hand at a bobsleigh sport on a special track. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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The Poles have a great passion for animals, so local residents love horse rides. The local breed of horses from Gladishev is used for hippotherapy. Doctors are sure of the benefits of communicating with these hard-working and benevolent animals. You can go for horseback riding to special horse farms. Tourists can ride with an instructor or independently. The routes for horse walks are laid along the Baltic coast close to Warmian hills in the vicinity of Kežbuni. The most difficult trail for horseback riding is designed for professional riders. It’s laid along the mountainous terrain from Lendka Zdroj to Karpacz. You can go on a tour to the picturesque terrain in winter. In this case, in addition to an exciting excursion, travelers are expected to spend a warm night in the village.
Gdansk Poland is one of the best countries for cycling. Some of the European bicycle routes go through the country. The mountainous terrain offers ample opportunities for extreme downhill. You can try bicycles in the Sudetes, on the stretch from Mendziguzha to Sneznik. The track is extreme and requires some physical training. A quieter route runs along the coast of the Baltic Sea. While traveling through the Hanseatic bridge, travelers can enjoy magnificent views, visit a fishing village or relax at a local resort.
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Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Poland
♥   Restaurant 'Copernicus' Kraków. Type - Modern cuisine. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Corse' Kraków. Type - Mediterranean cuisine. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Cyrano de Bergerac' Kraków. Type - Polish. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Del Papá' Kraków. Type - Italian. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Dom Polski Francuska' Warszawa. Type - Polish. On the map   Photos
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions in Poland
♥   Water park 'Aquapark Kraków' . On the map   Photos
♥   Water park 'Aquapark Panorama Morska' Jarosławiec. On the map   Photos
♥   Water park 'Aquapark Polkowice' . On the map   Photos
♥   Water park 'Aquapark Tarnowskie Góry' . On the map   Photos
♥   Water park 'Aquapark Wisła' . On the map   Photos
Map of all parks
National and city parks of Poland
♥   Landscape Park 'Bielańsko-Tyniecki Park Krajobrazowy' . On the map   Photos
♥   National Park 'Bieszczadzki Park Narodowy' . On the map   Photos
♥   Landscape Park 'Bolimowski Park Krajobrazowy' . On the map   Photos
♥   Landscape Park 'Brodnicki Park Krajobrazowy' . On the map   Photos
♥   Landscape Park 'Brudzeński Park Krajobrazowy' . On the map   Photos
Unique attractions in Poland

Branicki Palace

From the series “Rococo Architecture – Famous Monuments”
Branicki Palace is the most important architectural monument in Poland. It is located in Warsaw. Local wealthy magnate Stefan Mikolaj Branicki purchased a plot of land in the early 18th century. This is where the palace was located. Construction of the new family residence began in 1740. It was completed in 1753. Initially, the building was distinguished by a luxurious facade design. The adjacent territory of the palace and its premises were decorated with unique sculptures. Unusual dormer windows were one of the main features of the palace.

The palace has changed several owners over the years. Famous politicians and cultural figures of the Polish capital were among them. Each of the new owners sought to bring something new to the appearance of the palace. It was partially destroyed … Read all

Church of the Holiest Saviour

From the series “The Most Elegant Buildings of Baroque Architecture”
Church of the Holiest Saviour is a Roman Catholic parish church in Warsaw, Poland. It has begun to build in 1901 but the dedication service was made only within 26 years. The church is a good example of the unique combination of two bright styles – the Baroque and the Renaissance. It is located on the Saviour Square, that until the 20th century wasn’t attractive for tourists and locals. This area was fully built with houses to the second half of the 19th century because the population of Warsaw has drastically increased. As the population in this area became bigger, it was decided to build there a church.

The main element of the architect monuments is two high slim towers with traditional Latin crosses. During the Second World War, the church was fully destroyed and was rebuilt only … Read all
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