Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship winter holidays 2026 - when are they and what's worth seeing? | PolishTrains

At a glance

• Kujawsko-Pomorskie winter holidays 2026 run from 2 to 15 February - a full two-week break
• Torun's UNESCO-listed Old Town offers Gothic architecture, gingerbread workshops and a planetarium
• The Live Gingerbread Museum in Torun lets children bake and decorate their own gingerbread
• Bydgoszcz attractions include Exploseum, the Museum of Soap and Dirt History and Opera Nova performances
• Tuchola Forest provides cross-country skiing, Nordic walking and sleigh rides in snowy conditions
• Train journey from Warsaw to Torun takes approximately 2 hours

Winter holidays 2026 in Kujawsko-Pomorskie are from 2 to 15 February. It is the perfect time to take a breather from school duties and take family trips together. The region offers numerous attractions that will provide unforgettable experiences for both children and adults. Here are our suggestions for the 2026 winter holidays. Kujawsko-Pomorskie will certainly not disappoint you!

The Kuyavia-Pomerania region is famous for its diversity. Both lovers of outdoor activities and those who prefer quieter forms of leisure will find something for themselves here. Here are four suggestions for attractions that will make your Kujawsko-Pomorskie holidays special.

UNESCO-listed Toruń acquires a unique charm in winter. Take a walk in the Old Town, where you can admire Gothic monuments such as the Old Town Hall and the tenement houses surrounding the square. An unforgettable attraction will be a visit to the Gingerbread Museum, where the youngest will be able to take part in a gingerbread baking workshop. It will be fragrant and delicious!

An interesting proposal for families with children is the offer of the Gallery and Centre for Children's Artistic Creation on the New Town Market Square, where during the holidays it is possible to participate in art workshops, including collage, mixed techniques and painting. The youngest will also have the opportunity to take part in stop-motion animation workshops on designated days during the holidays at the Gallery in the Mill of Culture.

While in Toruń, the Nicolaus Copernicus House and Planetarium should not be missed. A flight into space without leaving the warmth of the building? The winter star and space shows are an attraction that will delight both children and adults. While strolling among the city's winter scenery, it is worth stopping by the monument to the famous astronomer and telling the children about his achievements.

Our next suggestion, which should be on your list of 'attractions for children in Toruń for the 2026 holidays', is the Młyn Wiedzy Centre of Modernity. The interactive exhibitions allow you to experiment and learn in an accessible form. It is an ideal place for the whole family, especially on cold winter days. Children can participate in creative workshops such as space model making or chemistry experiments.

Does your child prefer active leisure? At the beginning of the Kujawsko-Pomorskie winter holidays, the Tor-Tor ice rink invites you to the "Ferie na Start" event. The programme includes, among others, the opening of the slide, meetings with hockey players and curling competitions.

Bydgoszcz, often referred to as the 'Venice of the North', delights in winter with picturesque views and a wide range of attractions designed with children in mind. A winter walk around the Mill Island is a real treat for children and parents. The charming lighting gives the place a fairytale atmosphere, and a stroll along the Brda canal is a great opportunity to spend time together in the fresh air.

Children love unusual museums, which is why the Museum of Soap and the History of Dirt must not be missing from your list of "attractions for holidays in Bydgoszcz". The youngest can take part in soap-making workshops and create fragrant soaps with their own hands.

In the "Karmelowa Kraina" sweets manufactory, on the other hand,children can see how colourful lollipops and candies are made. What's more, they can try their hand at making them themselves, making the trip an unforgettable adventure

Culture lovers must not miss a visit to Opera Nova, which in winter prepares performances aimed at the youngest audiences, such as "Alice in Wonderland". This is an opportunity to introduce children to the world of theatre and music.

A suggestion for slightly older children is the Exploseum, an extraordinary museum of a secret World War II weapons factory. There are special educational routes for children here, which teach history in the form of interactive tasks. These include the mysterious MRG Riddle Room and art workshops Art from the Kitchen or Wyczółkowy Las.

Bydgoszcz also offers plenty of entertainment for the youngest. A visit to the Family Park is a great opportunity for children to enjoy the playrooms and themed zones, where they can spend time actively while their parents relax with a coffee. Do you prefer active recreation? Winter attractions include the open-air indoor ice rink at 7 Golloba Street, where students from Bydgoszcz schools and children under 7 can enter free of charge.

Nature lovers will find the best attractions for holidays in Kujawsko-Pomorskie in Bory Tucholskie. The winter landscapes of this landscape park delight literally every visitor. Visitors can enjoy Nordic walking or cross-country skiing trails and walks in the picturesque forests around Lake Mukrza and Lake Piaseczno. If there is enough snow, atmospheric torchlight sleigh rides are also organised here.

In winter, the Prusina River Valley is also worth seeing. At sub-zero temperatures, beautiful ice formations form on the river, making the area even more stunning. Here you can also admire the various species of birds that winter in Poland and, if you are lucky, take a beautiful photo shoot in the company of forest-dwelling squirrels.

Attractions for children's holidays in Kujawsko-Pomorskie also include educational workshops, of which there is no shortage in this region. Such meetings are held at local nature centres. A visit to the Natural History Museum of the "Bory Tucholskie" National Park in Chociński Młyn is an opportunity to learn about the region's fauna and flora, and to spend time together surrounded by nature. At the end of the day, head to one of the many regional restaurants to sample local delicacies such as traditional soups or regional pastries made from yeast dough.

The winter holidays are also a good time to visit Ciechocinek. Although known as a health resort, in winter it also offers many attractions, including for the youngest. For families with children, we recommend a visit to the Spa Park, which in winter turns into a magical place full of lights and fairy-tale decorations. A walk among the brine graduation towers is also a great way to relax and improve your health. Local cafés offer hot drinks, desserts and regional delicacies to make any trip more pleasant. During the holidays, children can enjoy activities at the Municipal House of Culture, where art and theatre workshops are organised. The institution also organises concerts and theatre performances. Ciechocinek also offers special winter carriage rides, which are a great attraction for the whole family. For winter sports enthusiasts, small toboggan slopes and an ice rink are available in the area.

What's the best way to get to your holiday destination? Kuyavia-Pomerania offers convenient rail connections. Major cities such as Toruń, Bydgoszcz and Ciechocinek are perfectly connected with the rest of the country. It takes about two hours to travel from Warsaw to Toruń by train, and less than 1.5 hours from Poznań to Bydgoszcz. The train is an excellent choice especially for families travelling with children. Many trains have special family compartments, space for prams and extra luggage space. Travelling by train is also an opportunity to play games together during the journey. What's more, child concessions and offers for family travel make the price of the trip more attractive.

You already know when the winter holidays start in Kujawsko-Pomorskie, but what does it look like in other regions? If you are planning to travel outside the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship, here is the winter holiday schedule in other parts of Poland:

• 19 January - 1 February 2026: Mazowieckie, Pomorskie, Podlaskie, Świętokrzyskie, Warmińsko-Mazurskie,

• 2 February - 15 February 2026: Lower Silesian, Łódź, West Pomeranian, Lesser Poland, Opolskie,

• 16 February - 1 March 2026: podkarpackie, lubelskie, wielkopolskie, lubuskie, śląskie.

Each region offers different attractions, so it is worth considering a trip to other voivodeships as well, in order to discover new places and enjoy winter activities.

The Kujawsko-Pomorskie 2026 holidays are an excellent opportunity to spend time surrounded by fascinating historical, natural and cultural attractions. A walk through the Old Town in Toruń, a trip to Bydgoszcz or an exploration of the Tuchola Forest will ensure unforgettable memories. When planning your trip, it is worth taking advantage of the convenient train connections available at polishtrains.eu. Trains offer comfortable travel conditions, facilities for families with children and space for luggage. Buy your ticket today and enjoy the winter holidays in Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship!

Why spend your winter holidays in the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship?

Holidays in the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship include many attractions, both big-city ones and those allowing contact with nature. There are two large cities in this province, such as Bydgoszcz and Toruń, which allow families to:

• spending time outdoors - winter walks and skating on the ice rinks,

• learning about history - visiting museums and educational workshops,

• learning aboutscience and knowledge - about the planets and the cosmos,

• havinga bit of fun - in playrooms, bowling and other activities,

• taste delicacies - such as Toruń gingerbread.

During the holidays you can also visit the Tuchola Forest full of walking trails and educational points. And also Ciechocinek, famous for its brine graduation towers, which are sure to relax and give you energy for the coming months.

Are there any special attractions for children during the winter holidays in the Kujawsko-Pomorskie voivodeship?

During the Kujawsko-Pomorskie winter holidays, children can enjoy year-round attractions that are located in various centres and museums. There will also be special events, creative and educational workshops planned for the winter holidays. The most entertainment in big cities will be available during the 2 holiday periods from 2 to 15 February, when children from the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship are free. If you want your child to take part in specific workshops or activities, be sure to check the enrolment information on the organiser's website in advance.

How do I prepare for a trip and what should I take with me during winter holidays in the Kujawsko-Pomorskie voivodeship?

Start your preparations for the trip with organisational issues, such as buying train tickets and booking accommodation. Doing this well in advance will give you more peace of mind. Looking for accommodation points and booking train connections at the last minute is not the best idea during the holidays. Many options may no longer be available in the final weeks. If you want a specific hotel location and side-by-side seating on the train, think a minimum of a month in advance. Remember that you can buy train tickets without leaving home via the PolishTrains website or mobile app.

Importantly, you don't need to print out your booking, you can show an electronic version of your booking when checking on the train. All you need to take with you is your identity and concessionary documents (e.g. your child's school card).