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Things to see in Świnoujście (Poland): 18 places and when to go
Świnoujście is a town in Poland, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Hiking (5), Nature (3). The best known are Camino de Santiago, Świnoujście Lighthouse and Stawa Młyny. The best time to come is May to October and December; also possible: January to April and November. In June there are 16 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 10. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Poland · 53.9102, 14.2507
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Hiking (5) · Nature (3) · Wildlife (3) · With kids (3) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- May to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to April and November.
- Nearest airport
- GDN Gdańsk, 280 km as the crow flies
What to see in Świnoujście
The places in and around Świnoujście, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Camino de SantiagoCatholic pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, Spain3.1 km
- Świnoujście LighthouseLighthouse in Poland2.3 km
- Stawa MłynyLighthouse and beacon in Poland2.5 km
- GolmHill and WWII burial ground in Garz, Germany4.2 km
- Fort GerhardaFort in Świnoujście, Poland2.4 km
- Our Lady, Star of the Sea church in ŚwinoujścieChurch building in Świnoujście, Poland5 m
- Church of St. Peter in MiędzyzdrojeChurch building in Międzyzdroje, Poland14 km
- Gustaw Holoubek bench in MiędzyzdrojeHistory13 km
- Rezerwat Karsiborskie PaprocieProtected area9.4 km
- Zerninsee-SenkeNature reserve in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany4.1 km
- Baltic Park Molo AquaparkWith kids1.3 km
- E9 European long distance pathWalking path, Europe3.1 km
- E9 European long distance pathWalking path, Europe8.3 km
- Hanseatenweg - Abschnitt Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - Alternativstrecke Hanshagen - SwinemündeHiking1.7 km
- OstseeküstenwegHiking3.1 km
- Park Linowy BluszczWith kids864 m
- Park Linowy w MiędzyzdrojachWith kids14 km
- V-3 cannonGerman supergun12 km
When to go to Świnoujście
The best time to visit Świnoujście is May to October and December; also possible: January to April and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:42
- FebPossible9:29
- MarPossible11:29
- AprPossible13:45
- MayBest time15:43
- JunBest time16:50
- JulBest time16:22
- AugBest time14:37
- SepBest time12:24
- OctBest time10:13
- NovPossible8:13
- DecBest time7:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 10. In May, 18 of the 18 places are at their best.
When to go to Poland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Świnoujście
The nearest main airport is Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN, Gdańsk), 280 km as the crow flies. How to get around Poland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Nowe Warpno8 places23 km
- Wolin17 places25 km
- Dziwnów9 places36 km
- Goleniów13 places54 km
- Niechorze30 places57 km
- Szczecin62 places58 km
And all of Poland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Świnoujście?
The best known: Camino de Santiago, Świnoujście Lighthouse, Stawa Młyny, Golm, Fort Gerharda. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Świnoujście?
May to October and December; also possible: January to April and November. In June there are 16 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 10.
How do you get to Świnoujście?
The nearest main airport is Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN), 280 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Świnoujście as the destination and these 18 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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