Swinoujscie

About Swinoujscie - presentation, information, photos and recommendations

Although it is commonly said that the city is on a land of 44 islands, only three of them are inhabited - Uznam, Wolin and Karsibór. Uznam Island has an administration and service center and a coastal district, with tourist facilities and health resorts. Interestingly, only 40 km2 of the island belong to Poland, while the remaining part, ie 380 km2 is on the German side. Wolin, with an area of ​​265 km2, is the largest island in Poland. It is separated from the mainland by the Dziwna Strait, which forms the flooded waters of Cicha and Madejska bays, Kamieński Lagoon and Lake Wrzosowskie. The part of Świnoujście located on the island of Wolin (Warszów, Przytór-Łunowo and Ognica districts) is an industrial district. It houses the largest factory related to the maritime economy and transport junctions, the ferry terminal connecting Poland and Scandinavia and the train and bus stations. Here the international road E-65 reaches the sea. The third inhabited island is Karsibór, with perfect conditions for agrotourism, fishing and water sports. In the northern part of the island was created the Karsiborska Kępa bird shelter. Over 180 hectares are home to about 140 species of birds, including very rare species. The only connection between the Wolin Islands and Uznam is made up of two ferry lines.
The ferwinoujście maritime ferry terminal provides continuous connections with Sweden and Denmark for passengers, cars, trucks and railway cars. The terminal is an important link between Central and Southern Europe and Scandinavia.
The western and southwestern part of the city of Uznam is adjacent to Germany. Just a few years ago, there were two border crossings, Świnoujście-Ahlbeck and Świnoujście-Garz. The Polish accession to the Schengen Agreement, the lifting of passport control and the opening of both bus and coach traffic made the city even more accessible.
A UBB train runs between Germany and the part of Świnoujście located on Uznam. On the German side of the island, 12 km from the city is Heringsdorf Airport. Berlin is just 160 km, the coast of Sweden is only 175 km, and Denmark 150 km.
Living in oujwinoujscie also means being able to take advantage of the attractions in the neighboring cities. Near Świnoujście are three cities with golf course. You can choose between Kołczewo, which is 30 km or two cities from Germany: one in Korstwandt (8 km) and Balm (24 km).
Charming houses in Art Nouveau style, spa architecture and post-military design are some of the many signs that prove the city's rich past. The history of seaside resorts is intertwined with the history of neighboring imperial resorts. The convenient rail link from Swinoujscie to Berlin encouraged visitors from Berlin to spend their free time there. Swinoujscie was called the "Berlin bathtub".
Maritime Fisheries Museum located in the former mayor's building, the oldest building in the city. The exhibits include the history of sea fishing, sea animals, its city and region and old navigation equipment; also a place for numerous occasional exhibitions.
The fort of the angel is a Prussian construction erected between 1854 and 1858; initially under the name of "Werk III", which was later changed to "Engelsburg" (Angel's Fort) due to a striking resemblance to the Roman Mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian (later St. Angel's Castle); the construction is a three-level roundabout, covered with a terrace and the observation tower.
The Western Fort is the Prussian defense building, part of the western fortifications complex, which has been modernized several times in the past, after the Second World War.
The church of Emperor Christ was erected on the site of a Gothic temple, and from June to September, every Sunday, takes place the International Music Festival "Organ Nights"
The neogothic church of the Holy Virgin "Staella Maris" was erected at the end of the 19th century; Inside are stained glass windows - windows with high antique value.
The tower behind the Protestant church offers 222 stairs leading to an observation deck from where you can admire the very beautiful panorama of the city, you will find a cafe and a small summer garden with live music.
The Spa Park has a 19th-century garden designed by the royal architect, you can admire the old Mediterranean vegetation.
Figures where you can see the longest stone pier in Europe.
The lighthouse was put into operation in 1857, the highest construction of the Baltic Sea - 68 m, one of the highest in Europe, you will have to climb 308 stairs to the observation deck.
Gerhard's Fort (East Fort) is both the oldest and most interesting fortification object on the island of Wolin, it was built between 1856-1863, you can view a collection of exhibits related to the city's history and history. Swinoujscie fortress.
The underground city offers the longest underground tourist route in northern Poland. The bunker and tunnel complex was built in the first half of the 20th century.
The Gothic church (Karsibór) from the 15th century, with an altar from the 15th century.
During the period from April 1 to the end of October, the church will be open for visitation after prior notification.
The RAF pilots monument (Karsibór) commemorates the 7 Lancaster M.I. members of the aircraft serving in the famous "Dambusters" squadron of RAF 617, shot down on April 16, 1945.
Bird sanctuary "Karsiborska Kępa" (Karsibór) where you can find approx. 140 species of birds.

Swinoujscie | Świnoujście is an important spa and heliomarine resort in northwestern Poland, in the historical Pomeranian region, with exit to the Baltic Sea. Świnoujście is among the most attractive destinations on the Polish coast, being the only Polish city located on a few dozen islands

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