Vacation in Poland, Between the Baltic Sea and the High Tatras

If you are drawn to Poland for a holiday can expect many pleasant surprises , because our eastern neighbor has a lot to offer: high mountains, wide beaches , countless lakes and old towns worth seeing . Why wander far when adventure is so close? Holidays in Poland promise relaxation and new exciting impressions at the same time!

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Arrival & entry requirements for Poland

From Germany, Poland can be reached quickly by car via the A4, 12 and 11 motorways. If you don’t want to travel by car, you can use one of the numerous bus connections . In this regard, it is worth resorting to Polish offers such as ” Polskibus “. between Berlin and Warsaw There are also several trains a day , and you can also get to Poznań, Wroclaw and Kraków easily and cheaply. In addition, of course, some airlines have many Polish cities in their flight schedule.

Poland is a member of the European Union and the Schengen area. It is sufficient to carry a valid identity card .

Where to go on holiday in Poland?

Poland is extremely diverse and city trips as well as hiking and bathing holidays are possible there.

The Ostsee

Whether it’s seaside resorts like Kolberg (Kołobrzeg) and Stolpmünde (Ustka) or the metropolis of Gdansk: the Polish Baltic Sea coast is full of secluded spots. Discovery tours through nature reserves such as the Wolin Nature Park near Swindemünde or the Hel Peninsula near Gdansk guarantee pure relaxation.

Due to the comparatively low prices, wellness and spa stays on the Polish Baltic Sea are also enjoying increasing popularity.

The High Tatras

From Zakopane, hiking trails lead up into the mountains of the High Tatras. In winter, cross-country and downhill skiing are possible here.

Masuria

The Masurian Lake District in eastern Poland is an absolute natural paradise. The towns of Loetzen and Nikolaiken are considered the tourist centers of the region. , especially for family vacations or active vacations Masuria is the perfect travel destination

Holidays in Poland by the sea

The sea on Poland’s coast is also a popular holiday destination for us Germans, after all the hotels and restaurants are a lot cheaper here. However, the Polish bathing resorts do not have to hide behind those on the German Baltic Sea. More than 500 kilometers of sandy beaches await you here. Popular bathing spots in Poland are:

  1. Świnoujście (Swinemünde): the oldest seaside resort in Usedom right on the border with Germany
  2. Międzyzdroje (Misdroy): seaside resort on the Wolin Peninsula National Park
  3. Kołobrzeg (Kolberg): one of the largest and most famous seaside resorts on Poland’s sea and a popular health resort
  4. Łeba (Leba): is located in the Słowiński National Park, known for its up to 42 meter high shifting dunes and the particularly fine sandy beach
  5. Hel (Hela): the peninsula in front of the Gdańsk Bay is extremely popular with water sports enthusiasts

Highlights and popular sights in Poland

In addition to the numerous historic old towns, Poland has various nature parks and protected areas worth seeing.

  • at home in the Beskydy mountain range on the border with Slovakia . European bison and brown bears are still
  • For the former royal city of Kraków with the Wawel Castle and the Cloth Hall, you should plan much more than just a day tour.
  • The Marienburg of the Teutonic Order near the town of Malbork is considered the largest brick building in Europe and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Our pirate tip: The spectacular medieval old town of Torun , which is protected in its entirety by UNESCO, is also characterized by brick construction. Torun is halfway between Poznań and Gdańsk and is definitely worth a stop!

Family Holidays in Poland: Popular Travel Destinations

  • Polish Baltic Sea
  • Masurian Lake District
  • Kraków (with children’s city tour)
  • Farm holidays in Poland

The most popular destination for family vacations in Poland is the Polish Baltic Sea . There is a large tourist offer of hotels, restaurants & Co, which is perfectly tailored to families. There are also many leisure activities for children. Quite apart from the beautiful beaches and the exciting ships in the harbor. But parents can also find relaxation in the various health resorts on the Baltic Sea coast of Poland.

Weather and best travel times for holidays in Poland

In general, the climate between northern Germany and Poland hardly differs, so that the best time to travel is between May and mid-October . for hiking trips and mountain tours. The months of July and August are perfect.

Accommodation in Poland

In the larger cities such as Warsaw, Kraków, Poznań, Gdansk or Breslau (Wroclaw) you will find hotels of all categories as well as smaller guesthouses and cheap hostels. On the Baltic Sea, holiday apartments are often cheaper than hotel rooms.

Poland culinary

Polish cuisine is one thing above all: hearty and hearty! This includes meat, sausages, potatoes and fish. Probably the most famous Polish specialty are pierogi , small filled dumplings. The variations are endless, but mostly you will find fillings with meat, potatoes and cheese. Other basic ingredients of Polish cuisine are beetroot, cucumber, mushrooms and sauerkraut.

The meal is often washed down with a large sip of beer. Polish beer or piwo has a long tradition and nowadays there are numerous breweries all over the country. Well-known Polish beers are, for example, Tyskie and Lech Premium.

In addition, vodka is extremely popular in Poland. In many cities, so-called vodka tastings are also offered. One of the most famous Polish vodkas is the buffalo grass vodka (Grasovka), which contains a blade of grass from the Białowieża National Park in each bottle.



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