Mazury Lakes
Mazury Lakes is the largest lake system in Poland – 45 lakes, 12 canals and 8 rivers. The lakes are located in the northeastern part of Poland. The area is a majestic landscape: hills, forests, farms and lakes connected by a whole network of canals, channels and rivers. There are 45 lakes, 12 canals and 8 rivers – the most extensive water system in Europe. The area is extremely popular with sailing and paddle boarding enthusiasts, with hiking, fishing and mountain biking on the shores of the lakes.
General Information
The largest lake is Snyardvy, with an area of 110 square kilometers. Many rare animals and plants are found here, and there are several nature reserves on the lake, including the Lake Luknaio Reserve, where the largest nursery of whooper swans in Central Europe is located. Other wonderful birds to see here include herons, herons, egrets and the rarest black storks, as well as raptors such as eagles, kites and hawks.
.On the territory of the lakes is the Augustów Forest – one of the largest in Poland, mostly old pine and spruce trees. In addition to birds, there are bison, moose, wild boars, wolves and beavers. The town of Augustów is a popular vacation spot for visitors to the lakes, as you can head in any direction from here.
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If you’re not a fan of sailing, exploring the lakes can be done by pleasure boat, getting off at any of the lake piers, or by cruising the Elblag Canal. It was built about 150 years ago, and the system of hydraulic locks that allows heavy vessels to move between different bodies of water is still admired today.>
