When we think about the Polish seaside, we usually picture the same things: a wide beach, windbreaks, waffles, and fried fish. But Pomerania has another side – less obvious, wilder, and more surprising.
If you want to spend your holiday by the Baltic Sea doing more than just lying on the beach, this article is perfect for you. Discover five unique Hot Spots in Pomerania.
1.A Polish desert with a sea view
If you haven’t been to the Czolpino Dune yet, it means you haven’t seen one of the most spectacular places in Poland. Located in the western part of the Slowinski National Park, it’s less famous than the Lacka Dune, but many say it’s even more beautiful. One big reason is the silence.
You can only reach it on foot – the trail leads through a pine forest, and then suddenly opens into a landscape that looks like the Sahara. Tall sand hills shaped by the wind create a desert-like view. And all of this is just a few steps away from the Baltic Sea.
At the end of the trail, you’ll find a wide, wild beach – no sunbeds, no crowds, no loud music. The Czolpino Dune is a place where nature takes the lead. Perfect if you’re looking for space, calm, and views that will stay in your memory for a long time.
2. A village where time has stopped
On the edge of Lake Lebsko lies the small village of Kluki. Today it’s a quiet place, just a few kilometers from the main tourist routes. But for hundreds of years, it was a lively settlement of the Słowińcy people.
The Slowincy, also known as the Lebsko Kashubians, spoke their own dialect and lived from fishing, peat-cutting, and gathering. Their culture combined Slavic and German influences, and they were separated from the rest of the world by swamps, lakes, and sand.
Today you can see how they lived at the Museum of the Slowinska Village. The open-air museum includes original cottages, workshops, barns, and everyday tools. During the season, there are live shows of old crafts, bread baking, fishing techniques, and local festivals.
3. A place older than the Baltic Sea
At first glance, it looks like a field of burnt stumps. But with just a moment of thought, you’ll realise that what you see on this beach is the remains of an ancient forest that grew here over three thousand years ago.
The Sunken Forest between Czolpino and Rowy is one of the most precious and unusual places on the Polish coast. A dense beech and oak forest once grew here. Due to climate changes and rising sea levels, the forest was slowly taken by the sea and covered by layers of sand. For centuries, it remained hidden – until 2016, when strong storms revealed its remains again.
What impresses the most is not just the view, but the thought that you’re standing where people once walked thousands of years ago – before the Baltic Sea even existed.
4. A forgotten military Spot in Ustronie Morskie
At first, it’s hard to guess what’s behind the overgrown path near entrance number 17 in Ustronie Morskie. But just a few steps into the forest, and you’ll find one of the best-preserved Cold War military sites in Poland.
Coastal Artillery Battery no. 31 was built as part of a defence system along the coast. It had four gun positions – each one a three-level concrete bunker with a 130 mm naval cannon, ammunition storage, and crew space. The battery had its own command post, radar systems, and even high-voltage transformer stations.
In the 1970s, it was considered outdated and shut down. Today, you can visit it at your own risk. It’s a fascinating place for anyone interested in history, urban exploration, or simply looking for something off the beaten path.
5. Funny seagull statues in Kołobrzeg
At first glance, they seem like just sculptures. Small, bronze seagull figures scattered throughout the city of Kolobrzeg. But get closer, and you’ll see that these birds have a lot in common with people.
The ‘Mariany’ sculpture series began as a graphic joke – an image of a seagull in shoes posted online by artist Dariusz Jakubowski. The idea quickly gained popularity among locals, and soon the project became a reality that now attracts thousands of tourists. Each sculpture shows a different character: Lifeguard Marian with binoculars and a float, Pirate Marian sitting on a whisky barrel, Junior Marian with a camera, and even Astronomer Marian with a cap and astrolabe.
The sculptures were created by artist Romuald Wisniewski and are full of humour and personality. Placed all around Kolobrzeg, they create a kind of urban treasure hunt, where each figure tells its own story. It’s the perfect challenge to discover all the most interesting corners of the city.
You don’t have to go far to feel a sense of adventure. Pomerania hides places where nature, history, and a special atmosphere come together. If you’re planning a long weekend by the sea, it’s worth stepping off the typical tourist path and discovering a different side of the Polish coast.
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