Kampinos Forest

Inland dunes, marshes and forest right next to Warsaw.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Kampinos Forest

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the inland dunes and pine forest on the trails from Truskaw or Izabelin.
  2. AfternoonCycle the long trails through the marshes, looking for elk.
  3. EveningReturn to Warsaw for dinner, half an hour away.

Day 2

Visit Żelazowa Wola, Chopin's birthplace, at the edge of the forest.

What to eat

A picnic of Polish bread, sausage and pickles.

Local tips

Make the most of Kampinos Forest

Beat the crowds

Weekends are busy at the main entrances near Warsaw. Weekdays are quiet.

Best photo spot

The inland sand dunes covered in pine trees, and the marshes at sunrise.

Getting there

Buses run from Warsaw to the park edges, such as Truskaw.

Don't miss nearby

Warsaw, and Żelazowa Wola, Chopin's birthplace.

Good to know

Moose live in the park; you might see one at dawn. Bring mosquito spray in summer.

Plan your visit

Getting to Kampinos Forest

Getting there

  • Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)15 km away
  • Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)30 km away
  • Warsaw30 km away
  • Łódź100 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryPoland

Questions

Kampinos Forest: good to know

Is Kampinos Forest worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. Inland dunes, marshes and forest right next to Warsaw.

How many days do you need in Kampinos Forest?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Kampinos Forest?

You can visit all year. Weekends are busy at the main entrances near Warsaw. Weekdays are quiet.

How do you get to Kampinos Forest?

The nearest airport is Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI), about 15 km away. Buses run from Warsaw to the park edges, such as Truskaw.

What is there to see near Kampinos Forest?

Nearby hidden places include Warsaw (30 km), Łódź (100 km) and Kazimierz Dolny (145 km).

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