Overlooking the waters of Wrzosowska Bay, Dziwnowek is a small village on the north-west coast of Poland. It was established around a fishing harbour in 1503 and in the wake of World War II, it hosted a “Wedding to the Sea” ceremony to symbolise Poland’s restored access to the Baltic Sea.
In the summer months, you can relax on family-friendly Dziwnowek Beach, a golden stretch of sand that’s ideal for sunbathing and beach volleyball. Swim in the refreshing waters of the Baltic Sea and laze beneath a beach umbrella before grabbing lunch at one of the waterfront eateries or bars.
On the edge of the village is the Dziwnowek Kra Jurajska, which preserves the remains of fossils that were uncovered during limestone quarrying in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Cycling and walking trails wind through the protected forest, with several trails passing by the remnants of wartime bunkers.
Getting there
Dziwnowek is just over an hour’s drive from Szczecin and Solidarity Szczecin-Goleniow Airport, which has flights to destinations across Europe. Regular buses connect to Dziwnowek and the village is small enough to explore on foot.