Slowinski National Park, Poland

Slowinski National Park is a Polish National park located on the Baltic coast between the cities of Leba and Rowy in northern Poland. The northern portion of the Slowinski park is just a bit over 20 miles of coastline.

The plan to establish a National Park in Poland in this area was considered shortly after World War II; however, the vision was not seen until January 1, 1967. The Slowinski National Park is home to forests, meadows, swamps, moors, pastures, lakes, beaches, and dunes, which creates one of the most unique parks in the world. This Polish national park entertains many visitors every year wishing to enjoy the diverse elements seen in the park.

The Slowinski Park was created to preserve the Baltic southern coast, and all that live there including the fauna, flora, and animals. In 1967, the Slowinski National Park was registered on the World List of Biosphere Reserves in 1967.

The beauty of the Polish National Park can be seen in the coastal lakes, dunes of various heights, and beaches. The highest dune in Slowinski Park is Czolpinko Dune, which is covered in pine trees with a height of 56.5 meters. Other large dunes in the area include Stilo dune, Lacka dune, and Lesna dune, all smaller than Czolpinko.

The coastal lakes are a huge draw for visitors to this National Park in Poland. The largest coastal lakes are Lebsko and Gardno. The rivers that flow into the lakes are the largest rivers in the area and help to contribute to the size of the lakes.

The beautiful flora and fauna at home in this National Park in Poland is one that will entice any natural enthusiast with such species as swamp heath, European wax myrtle, cloudberry, and rare species like the orchidaceous plants. Bird lovers will love the Slowski National Park just as much as nature lovers as there are around 255 species of birds that call the park home. Many migratory birds along with breeding birds thrive in the park with around 20,000 pairs of black headed gulls. Other birds that you may catch a glimpse of while visiting Slowinski National Park area mute swans and crested grebes to name a couple.

Any time of the year is a great time to visit Slowinski National Park as even during the winter temperatures are mild with the coldest month being February at around 30 degrees Fahrenheit and the hottest month being July at around 62 degrees Fahrenheit. The longest season of the year for the seaside is autumn with winter having fewer days than the other seasons. While you are visiting the Slowinski National Park you may wish to enjoy other things to do and sights to see along the Baltic coastline. A few exciting places to visit include Gdansk and Szczecin both with large shipyards to explore.