Free things to do in Świnoujście: Lake Wicko Wielkie, the Karsiborskie Paprocie reserve, a timber viewing tower and a monument on Karsibór.
These places lie by the lagoon and on Karsibór, the part of town on Uznam island. All are outdoors, so they are best planned for fine weather. The whole town is shown on things to do in Świnoujście, and free suggestions from the region sit in free attractions in West Pomerania.
What can you see for free in Świnoujście?
By the lagoon lies Wicko Wielkie, once a bay of the Szczecin Lagoon. Most of the lake belongs to Wolin National Park, so check the entry rules for its territory before visiting. The harbours of Lubin and Wapnica sit on the shore.
On Karsibór works the Karsiborskie Paprocie reserve, a refuge of royal fern with an educational trail about four kilometres long. Next to it stands the observation tower at Karsibór Forest District, wooden, unroofed and eight metres tall. Crossings to the islands are the subject of the article The Świna tunnel and crossings between the islands.
What monument stands on Karsibór?
The RAF Airmen Monument commemorates the crew of a British Lancaster bomber of No. 617 Squadron. The aircraft was shot down over Karsibór in April 1945, and the monument stands near the airmen's original burial place.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the nature trail in Świnoujście?
In the Karsiborskie Paprocie reserve on Karsibór. The viewing tower stands beside the trail.
Is Wicko Wielkie inside a national park?
Mostly yes, in Wolin National Park. It is worth checking the entry rules before arriving.