Szczecin, West Pomerania
Wednesday, 04 November 2026 PL / EN

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West Pomerania attractions: the E9 along the Baltic, the Way of St James and a cycle route around the Szczecin Lagoon, all free.

The subject here is long routes that cross the whole region rather than single places. The four trails run along the sea, around the lagoon and through towns of the old pilgrims, so they suit a one-day walk or several stages.

Which hiking trails are there in West Pomerania?

The Coastal Trail named after Dr Czesław Piskorski is a red walking trail along the coast, part of the European long-distance path E9, running in the region from Świnoujście through Kołobrzeg to Jarosławiec. The same route is covered by the E9 European walking trail, coastal section: the E9 is one of 11 marked long-distance trails in Europe, about 4,500 km long, of which 706.1 km run through Poland. The Pomeranian Way of St James, also called Camino Polaco del Norte, is a part of the Via Baltica restored in 2011-2013, leading from Koszalin through Kołobrzeg and Szczecin to Świnoujście.

Which cycle route should you pick around the Szczecin Lagoon?

The route around the Szczecin Lagoon is a circular Polish-German cycle trail of 296 km, divided into seven stages. The stages let you spread the ride over several days or choose a single leg. All four trails are free and scenic, and more routes are gathered under hills and trails in West Pomerania.

What should you read before walking the region?

The trails pass places with a long history. The article on the strongholds of the Pomeranian Slavs covers the early settlements, and the article on the Hanseatic League in the towns of West Pomerania covers the merchants.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the trail around the Szczecin Lagoon?

296 km in seven stages, as a Polish-German route.

Where does the Coastal Trail run?

Along the coast, in the region from Świnoujście through Kołobrzeg to Jarosławiec, as a red walking trail within the E9.