Masurian Lakes (Mikołajki), Poland

Masurian Lakes Mikołajki

A land of more than a thousand lakes linked by canals.

  • May–Sep
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Masurian Lakes

Day 1

  1. MorningRent a kayak or sailboat on the lakes around Mikołajki.
  2. AfternoonTake a boat cruise through the canals to Lake Śniardwy, Poland's largest lake.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Mikołajki's harbour.

Day 2

Visit the Wolf's Lair bunkers or the Baroque church of Święta Lipka.

What to eat

Fried lake fish like sielawa or pike.

Local tips

Make the most of Masurian Lakes

Beat the crowds

July and August are busy with sailors. Spring and autumn are calm.

Best photo spot

Sailboats on the lake at Mikołajki at sunset.

Getting there

Trains and buses run from Olsztyn and Warsaw.

Don't miss nearby

The Wolf's Lair, Hitler's former headquarters, and the Baroque church of Święta Lipka.

Good to know

Rent a sailboat or kayak to explore. Bring mosquito spray in summer.

Plan your visit

Getting to Masurian Lakes

Getting there

  • Olsztyn-Mazury Airport (SZY)55 km away
  • Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)185 km away
  • Warsaw180 km away
  • Kaunas195 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 timeMay–Sep
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryPoland

Questions

Masurian Lakes: good to know

Is Masurian Lakes worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A land of more than a thousand lakes linked by canals.

How many days do you need in Masurian Lakes?

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

When is the best time to visit Masurian Lakes?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. July and August are busy with sailors. Spring and autumn are calm.

How do you get to Masurian Lakes?

The nearest airport is Olsztyn-Mazury Airport (SZY), about 55 km away. Trains and buses run from Olsztyn and Warsaw.

What is there to see near Masurian Lakes?

Nearby hidden places include Malbork Castle (169 km), Curonian Spit (Nida) (171 km) and Warsaw (179 km).

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