Lake Wierzchowo

Wierzchowo is a lake in Szczecinek municipality, in the Drawsko Lakeland, with a water surface of about 712 to 732 hectares. It has an irregular shoreline and long, sandy beaches.

The lake and its surroundings

The average depth of the lake is 9.6 m and the greatest 26.5 m. The water surface lies at an altitude of about 139 m above sea level. On its shores are the villages of Wierzchowo and Stare Wierzchowo, and nearby is the ecological site “Wielkie Błoto”. Fish caught here include eel, vendace, whitefish, bream, tench and roach.

The source of the Gwda

The Gwda River flows out of the lake, and kayak trips on it are often organised. For lovers of water this is, besides the beaches, the main draw of the place.

In the area there are also Lake Studnica and the Lake Kiełpino nature reserve.

Practical information

• Location: Szczecinek municipality, Szczecinek County, Drawsko Lakeland.
• Check access to the shore, bathing areas and bathing rules with Szczecinek municipality before your visit.
• Kayak trips on the Gwda: information on routes and kayak hire is given by local organisers.