Discover Suwalski

Landscape and trails in Suwalski

At 256.4 metres, Góra Cisowa is an example of a terminal moraine. It is also known as Sypana and Gulbineska; because of its shape, it is also called “Suwalska Fudżijama”. Another landscape feature can be seen in the “Głazowisko Bachanowo nad Czarną Hańczą” reserve: in an area of less than one hectare, it contains around 10,000 erratic boulders. Their circumferences range from half a metre to eight metres. The elevation, shape and range of stone sizes give each of these two places its own distinctive landscape character.

In Suwalski Landscape Park, the blue “Znad Szelmentu przez Park Krajobrazowy” hiking trail is the park’s longest, at 21 kilometres. The “U źródeł Szeszupy” nature trail is six kilometres long and leads from Szeszupka to Łopuchowo through the park’s Ice Age-shaped landscape. People with specific mobility needs can visit the entire six-kilometre nature trail by car.

By bike or on the water

The “Wokół rynnowego jeziora Hańcza” cycling route runs through Suwalski Landscape Park and around the ribbon lake Hańcza. Along the route are the holiday village of Błaskowizna and a beach there, complete with a pier and information boards. Those planning to include the route in their trip by bike will find both the lake and this section near Błaskowizna along the way. The route description indicates its course; no additional distances are specified.

From May to October, an educational boat route operates on Lake Wigry aboard the LEPTODORA II. Wigry National Park uses a motorboat with a glass bottom for this purpose. There is also a landing stage at the foot of the Wigry monastery for the “Tryton”, which makes regular trips on the lake. This means visitors can enjoy two different experiences on the water: a seasonal educational boat route and the regular trips of the “Tryton”.

Culture and family experiences

The Muzeum Wigier can be visited independently, with an audio guide or as part of a guided tour. Educational activities are held there on weekdays throughout the year. You can also choose how to visit: explore the museum independently or select one of the guided options mentioned above.

The Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Camaldolese monastery at Wigry serves the local parish and numerous visitors. Its present condition dates back to reconstruction after the war damage, which began in 1947. Wodziłki is also home to a historic wooden Old Believer prayer house known as a molenna. Inside are several icons, old books and crosses.

In Rutka-Tartak, the “Dolina Przygód nad Szeszupą” offers children recreation, play and education about the animals of the Suwałki region. The “Opowieści Turtula” nature trail is designed for families with children: they follow animal tracks and, among other things, come to a maze with animal sculptures. Turtul is also home to the office and tourist information centre of Suwalski Landscape Park.

In winter too

If you are considering a winter stay, the Wojewódzki Ośrodek Sportu i Rekreacji “Szelment” offers a snow-covered ski slope with runs of 300 and 400 metres. These specific distances help you consider this option as a distinct reason to travel, alongside the hiking, cycling and water activities.

Places to explore further

More local pages: Rutka Tartak, Jalowo, Postawele, Suwałki, Gawrych-Ruda, Jeleniewo, Szypliszki, Orłowo, Burniszki, Bród Stary, Smolniki, Płociczno-Osiedle, Przełomka, Jasionowo, Kaletnik, Bakałarzewo, Wiżajny, Stary Folwark, Przerośl, Krzywe, Sucha Wieś, Raczki, Rowele, Bakaniuk, Okuniowiec and Osinki.

For the broader travel overview: Podlachia.