You don’t have to look for the charms of winter in the mountains – Greater Poland hides countless treasures for lovers of the cold months. The region delights with charming landscapes, historical sites and numerous parks. For those who are not fond of the cold, there will also be great proposals for winter trips! Below we suggest where to spend your vacation or vacations in Greater Poland to have an unforgettable journey through the winter nooks and crannies.
Wąsowo Palace – the perfect winter holiday in Greater Poland
Wąsowo Palace is less than an hour’s drive from Poznan, so you can relax there in the evening away from the city, while enjoying the city’s attractions during the day. The Wąsowo Palace is a true pearl of architecture, which attracts tourists with its charm and elegance. Located in a picturesque park setting, this historic property offers accommodation in luxurious conditions. It is an ideal place for those looking for relaxation and unwinding away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Wąsowo Palace is a guarantee of comfortable rest. The rooms are spacious, stylishly decorated and equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. An additional asset of the hotel is a restaurant serving delicious dishes, prepared from fresh, local products.
Winter weekend in Greater Poland – SPA hotel near Poznan
If you plan to spend the weekend in Wielkopolska with slightly older children – we have something special! The Wąsowo Palace has a SPA zone, ideal for maintaining health, beautiful body and, above all, promoting relaxation. The Wąsowo Palace offers such treatments as:
- massages,
- aromatic rituals,
- scrubs,
- bathing in tubs,
- whirlpool tubs,
- saunas,
- pool.
Thus, our complex provides the best for our guests – numerous attractions, comfortable accommodation and maximum relaxation. It is a great choice for a trip with the family, but also a group of friends or just the two of you.
Stay at Wąsowo Palace – winter landscapes and regional food
Greater Poland offers numerous parks and recreational areas – one of them is the area surrounding the Wąsowo Palace. Located in picturesque surroundings, our property is a quiet, peaceful village. Therefore, it will be an excellent choice for those who want to get away from the noisy city and experience inner peace during winter vacations and vacations. The Wąsowo Palace is located in the heart of the historic English park, which is dominated by centuries-old oaks and charming alleys, and the winter setting will further enhance the charm of the grounds. The winter landscape is also highlighted by a fountain, or a fairy-tale gazebo by the pond, and the surrounding woods and alleys provide plenty of opportunities for long winter walks in nature.
And let’s not forget the culinary aspect of vacations and vacations in Greater Poland. The region is famous for its exceptional regional cuisine – duck breast, goose dumplings, or chernina are just some of the dishes available at the Wąsowo Palace restaurant. Domestic and exquisite cuisine combined with a high level of workmanship and local products guarantee our guests a culinary journey of dishes perfect for winter evenings!
Ski trails in Greater Poland – winter attractions not only in the mountains
Wielkopolska is rather associated with a mild landscape. Seemingly, it is not a solid base for skiing. And yet! Wielkopolska has a lot to offer skiers indeed. Poznan’s Malta Ski Center, located on the shores of the picturesque Lake Malta, has a slope with a stunning view! What’s more, it’s probably the only place where skiing can be reached by streetcar.
The slope is 150 meters long, two lifts operate there, and there are changing rooms, a café, instructors and equipment rental. Thanks to the igneous surface, Malta Ski is available all year round. A much longer slope, at 350 meters, can be found in Chodziez. This city in northern Greater Poland is located in a picturesque basin surrounded by hills. Here we can also take advantage of equipment rentals and two ski lifts. In Chodziez we can also go skiing overlooking the lake.
Winter madness in the National Park and wildernesses of Greater Poland
In Greater Poland, cross-country skiing enthusiasts will find excellent conditions. The best places for cross-country skiing in Greater Poland are primarily dense forests, providing an excellent climate, silence and, as long as the winter is snowy, great trails. For a few hours of skiing, the National Park is ideal, and most importantly, you don’t have to spend several to several hours in the car to do it. A few years ago, four trails were marked out in the Wielkopolska National Park, which are ideal for hiking and Nordic walking in the summer, and serve as excellent cross-country skiing trails in the winter. WPN is not very extensive, it has too good infrastructure, including parking lots, toilets, and access roads. It is therefore a good option for an active weekend morning. After completing the route, you can find yourself in Puszczykowo or Mosina within a quarter of an hour for hot coffee and a decent recovery meal.
Much greater opportunities are offered by the vast expanses of the Notecka Forest and the Drawa Forest. Here we must be prepared for slightly more difficult conditions. The snow may be powdery (so we are unlikely to skate style), and the access options are limited. On the other hand, it is in such places that we will feel the real chillout and closeness to nature. This is also an ideal area for a longer stay, especially in one of the agritourism facilities or forest resorts. In particular, it’s worth looking for accommodations that offer such attractions as a sauna or a hot tub overlooking a forest or lake.
Dog sledding – Trappers’ Settlement in Bolechówek
Traperska Osada is located on the edge of the “Puszcza Zielonka” Landscape Park in the Czerwonak municipality, just 15 km north of Poznan. A dog sled ride is a great and unusual way to spend time close to nature! From Trappers’ Settlement you can take a ride of several kilometers in the Zielonka Forest – the ride time is about half an hour.
Depending on the amount of snow, husky dogs pull either a sled or a wheeled cart. This is also a great attraction for young children, who ride with a guardian and a carriage person. However, this is not all the attractions at Trapper’s Settlement! You can also enjoy horse and pony rides on site or use the convivial Trappers’ Hut. In addition, all the objects created for feasting purposes were made exclusively of real wood, which adds a unique charm and charm to the place, giving the opportunity to feel as if you were in a real old village.
FAQ:
1. where in the winter in Wielkopolska?
An excellent winter attraction for active people will be a trip to the Bolechówek Settlement. For fans of beautiful views, we also recommend a stay at the Wąsowo Palace.
2. How to spend vacations or vacations in Greater Poland?
If we are lovers of winter sports, in the vacations and vacations it is worth going to Malta Ski or Wielkopolska National Park for cross-country skiing.
3. Which spa hotel to choose in winter in Greater Poland?
Not far from Poznan, we recommend a trip to the Wąsowo Palace. The complex boasts not only beautiful landscapes, but also a rich spa, an excellent restaurant and comfortable accommodation.
