Międzyzdroje - 13 attractions. A complete guide for tourists | PolishTrains

At a glance

• Międzyzdroje pier is 395 metres long, the longest concrete pier in Poland, and entry is free all year
• The Avenue of Stars features paving slabs with handprints of famous Polish actors and directors
• Wolin National Park is home to European bison and features Turquoise Lake and scenic clifftop viewpoints
• From the pier's marina, tourist boats depart for Świnoujście and the nearby German town of Ahlbeck
• Train journey from Warsaw to Międzyzdroje takes approximately 6–7 hours
• Family attractions including the Oceanarium, Wax Museum, Baltic Miniature Park, and Planetarium are near the promenade

In a seaside town like Międzyzdroje, the places of interest are mainly those associated with sun, beach and relaxation. Tourists coming from different regions of Poland and from abroad like to visit the local pier, promenade, beaches and also the Avenue of Stars.

Międzyzdroje - what to see? Find out about the main attractions!

Międzyzdroje pier - attractions

The pier in Międzyzdroje can be considered a landmark of the town - its first appearance dates back to the end of the 19th century. Originally it had a wooden structure, and today's reinforced concrete version dates back to the turn of the 20th and 21st century (the pier as we know it today was fully commissioned in March 2005).

This tourist attraction is located near the local amphitheatre, adjacent to the beach. It is 395 metres long and is regarded as the longest concrete pier in Poland. From the pier, you can admire the Pomeranian Bay and observe the Świnoujście lighthouse. Importantly, entry to the pier is free!

You can also go for a cruise! At the end of the pier, there is a marina from which tourist ships depart for Świnoujście and nearby German towns such as Ahlbeck.

Międzyzdroje Promenade

The Promenade in Międzyzdroje is, especially in high season, a lively place. It is located on Bohaterów Warszawy Street running parallel to the shore and in summer turns into a promenade full of tourists and stalls selling seaside souvenirs. There is also no shortage of restaurants and pubs, where there is something for everyone. It is a recommended location for an afternoon stroll as well as in the evening.

Avenue of the Stars

The Avenue of the Stars in Miêdzyzdroje certainly couldn't be missing from your "Miêdzyzdroje tourist attractions" list. It is a place for fans of cinema, theatre and culture. A street lined with paving slabs with the handprints of famous people will undoubtedly attract everyone's attention. Beata Tyszkiewicz, Krystyna Janda, Bogusław Linda, Stanisław Tym, Michał Żebrowski, Artur Żmijewski, Maja Ostaszewska, Magdalena Cielecka, Kinga Preis, Piotr Adamczyk, Borys Szyc, Tomasz Karolak and many others have left their imprints here.

Did you know that Międzyzdroje is famous for the Star Festival? For many years an event has been held here every July, during which numerous theatre performances, film screenings and meetings with celebrities take place. Are you interested in such a festival? Be sure to visit Międzyzdroje in July. However, remember to book your stay in advance, as it may be more difficult to get a good hotel or train tickets at the last minute.

Beach in Międzyzdroje

The beach in Międzyzdroje is where you will experience true relaxation. Sand, sun and sea are all that many tourists need to fully relax. The whole family will enjoy sunbathing and swimming in the sea. Children, on the other hand, will be delighted to spend hours building their sand castles and fortresses.

Międzyzdroje tourist attractions - how to get there?

You already know a bit about what to see in Międzyzdroje, so it's time to find out how to get there comfortably! Many trains from PKP Intercity and Polregio stop at the railway station in this town. You can get to this seaside resort directly from, among others:

• Cracow - a direct connection is offered by PKP Intercity. There are 2 trains on the route from Sunday to Thursday, and 3 on Fridays and Saturdays. The fastest rail journey on this section takes about 8 hours and 43 minutes. On the way to Międzyzdroje, InterCity trains stop for example in Katowice, Gliwice, Opole, Wrocław, Legnica, Zielona Góra and Szczecin.
• Poznań - passengers travelling from Poznań can book tickets for 1 of 5 trains per day. There are 2 Polregio and 3 PKP Intercity trains departing daily. The fastest connection on this route takes about 3 hours 22 minutes. On the section to Międzyzdroje, trains stop for example in Wronki, Stargard and Szczecin.
• Przemyśl - PKP Intercity offers one night connection every day. Additionally, there is an additional early morning train on Fridays and Saturdays. The fastest journey time is around 11 hours 19 minutes. The train passes through, among others: Przeworsk, Dębica, Kraków, Katowice, Opole, Wrocław, Zielona Góra and Szczecin.
• It is also possible to reach Międzyzdroje twice a day from**Warsaw**. PKP Intercity trains leave after 9am and before 11pm. The morning train is the fastest connection and takes about 6 hours 53 minutes. There are many intermediate stations on the Warsaw East - Międzyzdroje route, including: Łowicz, Konin, Września, Poznań, Stargard and Szczecin.

Attractions in Międzyzdroje are worth visiting with the whole family, as many places will appeal to people of all ages. In the town and its surroundings you will find a number of entertainment activities that will allow you to spend interesting time with your family. You will provide your child not only with good fun, but also a bit of education and inspiration to discover the world.

Attractions for children in Międzyzdroje - 4 suggestions

Cabinet of Wax Figures

This is a place where you and your child will feel as if you were at a real gala full of celebrities. The Cabinet of Wax Figures Międzyzdroje is a place where there are more than 110 life-size wax figures. You can have your photo taken with a statue of Cezary Pazura, Katarzyna Figura, Pirates of the Caribbean, Avatar, Ice Age characters, as well as John Paul II or Charlie Chaplin.

The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with opening hours depending on the time of year:

• July, August from 10am to 7pm, (with ticket sales from 10am to 6pm)
• May, June, September from 10:00 to 18:00,
• October - April from 10:00 to 16:00.

Tickets to the museum cost - 35 PLN normal and 30 PLN concessionary.

Oceanarium Międzyzdroje

Does your child love animals? Or maybe he or she is interested in nature and curious about the world? Then your list of "What to see in Międzyzdroje" must not lack a trip to the water realm, where you can admire many species of fish. The Oceanarium in Międzyzdroje is a place where on an area of about 3000 m² there are aquaria full of sharks, moray eels, coral reefs and beautiful fish from all over the globe. The most interesting attraction is the 16-metre-long half-tunnel that allows you to feel part of this aquatic space. You will see these beautiful creatures up close, and you can also visit the educational and multimedia room, where you can learn a little more about the inhabitants of the seas and oceans.

The oceanarium can be visited daily. From Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 to 17:00, and on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 to 18:00.

Tickets to the Międzyzdroje Oceanarium cost - 60 PLN concessionary, 80 PLN normal.

The Miniature Park in Międzyzdroje

Actually, the Baltic Miniature Park in Międzyzdroje is a place where in about 45 minutes you will get to know all the most important places and monuments around the Baltic Sea. During a trip to the Miniature Park, you will walk along a miniature version of the sea coast. You will also see what the coastal strip looks like in other Baltic countries such as Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Germany, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, and get to know the most important monuments and lighthouses from these areas. An additional attraction is a model of miniature railways, which is sure to impress children.

The attractions of the Miniature Park can be visited daily from 10:00 to 16:00.

Tickets to the Miniature Park Międzyzdroje cost - PLN 32 concession, PLN 38 normal, children under 3 years of age enter for free. Also available: a family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) for 120 PLN and a ticket with a Large Family Card (2+3) for 125 PLN.

Planetarium Międzyzdroje

Is your child a fan of the stars and the cosmos? Then your list of "attractions in Międzyzdroje" can't miss a place connected with his or her passion! He or she will certainly enjoy a visit to the Planetarium in Międzyzdroje. The greatest entertainment is the show projected on a 7-metre dome. During the show, you can admire the entire universe, not only see the current position of the stars, but also observe each planet individually and travel through the galaxies. Importantly, the Planetarium is located right in the centre of the promenade, in the same building as the Cabinet of Wax Figures, so you can visit both on one day.

The Planetarium only opens to tourists in the afternoons between 3.30pm and 7.30pm from Tuesday to Sunday.

The entrance ticket costs - PLN 30 normal and PLN 25 concessionary.

Are there discounts for children on trains to Międzyzdroje?

We're sure we've convinced you that Międzyzdroje attractions for children offer plenty of leisure activities! What's more, you and your little one will get there comfortably and on a budget. On PKP Intercity trains you will benefit from attractive discounts for children and teenagers. Especially if your child has a school card. Discounts available include:

• 100% for children up to the age of 4
• 37% for children and young people of school age (up to 24 years of age)
• 51% for students up to the age of 26
• Up to 78% for children and young people with disabilities

InterCity trains also have a Family Ticket offer, where you can gain a 30% discount on the regular ticket price. This discount can be used when travelling in a group of 2 to 5 people, with at least one of the passengers having to be 16 years old or younger.

During the high season, don't forget to buy your ticket in advance, it's a chance to get lower prices but also to be sure you have a seat on the train. During the holidays, tickets sell out quickly, so don't wait until the last minute to book your connection.

Wondering what to visit in and around Międzyzdroje besides the main attractions? In this coastal region you can spend your time actively and see among others: Wolin National Park, the Bison Show Farm, Kawcza Góra, Gosań Hill.

Międzyzdroje - what to see in the area?

Wolin National Park

A place for the protection of animals and nature, established in 1960. It is located on the Wolin Island, about 7 km from the centre of Międzyzdroje, and covers an area of 10,937 hectares. The park's location makes it biologically diverse and home to many rare and protected animals and plants.

When hiking in the park, you can choose from three trails:

• Red - the coastal trail
• Blue - inland, along the shore of the Szczecin Lagoon
• Green - through picturesque terrain, dense forest and the area around Lake Czajcze

Attractions in the Wolin National Park:

• Animals - in the park you can admire the bison living in the reserve and look out for the white-tailed eagle, Europe's largest bird of prey which is the symbol of the place.
• Plants - it is worth visiting the Zalesie Łęgi Nature Reserve, which is home to many aquatic and marsh plants.
• Lakes - 3 reservoirs are a must-see:

Turquoise Lake is the most famous lake in the Wolin National Park. Its water impresses with its intense turquoise colour, creating a picturesque place that attracts many tourists and provides the perfect backdrop for souvenir photographs.

Lake Czajcze is a real oasis of peace and a habitat for many bird species - a perfect place for ornithology enthusiasts.

Lake Domysłowskie offers excellent conditions for fishing and nature observation.

The Wolin National Park is best visited in the morning or before noon, as you should allow around 4.5 hours for the whole trip. Tickets are sold no later than 5 pm (in the summer season).

Entry fees to the Wolin National Park are symbolic:

• Normal ticket: 10 PLN
• Reduced ticket: 5 PLN
• Family ticket (2+2): 25 zł
• Additionally, temporary tickets are available, e.g. weekend or 7-day tickets.

Nature Museum of the Wolin National Park

This is an attraction associated with the Wolin National Park, located in the centre of Międzyzdroje. It is a place presenting the rich nature and ecosystem of this national park. Thanks to the exhibitions, you can admire the fauna and flora of the Wolin Island and gain a lot of interesting information about the park itself. The exhibitions also play an educational role, bringing closer the importance of nature conservation and the uniqueness of the Wolin National Park.

The museum can be visited from Tuesday to Saturday from 8:00 to 15:30.

Tickets are priced - 10 PLN normal and 7 PLN concessionary. A combined ticket is also available (25 PLN concessionary and 35 PLN normal), which allows you to enter the museum, the national park and visit the Bison enclosure.

European bison show enclosure

The bison show enclosure is certainly the perfect answer to the question "Międzyzdroje, what to see in the area?". It is a place you can discover by traversing the Wolin National Park along the green hiking trail. The homestead is only a 30-minute walk from the centre of Międzyzdroje! The entire local bison enclosure extends over 28 hectares, of which 0.5 hectares is a show enclosure.

It is worth knowing that bison breeding in this area has been continuous since 1977 and is considered an important element of bison conservation. The bison show enclosure itself not only serves as a tourist attraction, but also has an educational dimension, as it enables visitors to learn more about these remarkable animals and their nature.

Opening hours:

• April to October: daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• From October to April: Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The entrance ticket to the enclosure costs PLN 16 (concessionary) or PLN 20 (normal). Additionally, it is possible to purchase a combined ticket which allows entrance to the park and the Wolin National Park Natural History Museum.

Kawcza Góra

Fancy more active relaxation? A visit to the top of Kawcza Góra is a must! This hill forms part of the Wolin National Park and is the highest point on the entire island of Wolin.

Kawcza Góra rises 61 metres above sea level, from where you can admire the beautiful panorama of the Pomeranian Bay. The best vantage point, located above the cliff at 56.9 metres above sea level, is easily accessible - wooden steps lead to it directly from the beach. An additional attraction in the area are the bunkers left over from World War II.

Gosań Hill

This place is located about 4 km north of Międzyzdroje. The hill belongs to the Wolin National Park and is considered a unique place on the Polish coast - it is the highest cliff on the Baltic Sea, measuring 93 metres above sea level.

It is an excellent place for a family excursion. The route from the nearby car park to the summit is just 0.5 km along a road with a gentle ascent. What's more, even on a warmer day, the journey will not be tiring, as a path leads all the way to the summit through a forest whose trees provide shade.

You are interested in interesting places in Międzyzdroje and are planning a trip! We recommend travelling by train - it's a comfortable and economical means of transport. Particularly during family outings, the train will prove ideal - you will gain some time to spend together and plan the sequence of attractions of your seaside holiday.

Want to buy a train ticket? Do it conveniently online! You can conveniently buy tickets for PKP Intercity and Polregio trains on the website or in the PolishTrains mobile application. The website allows you to quickly search for interesting connections and easily book your tickets online. If you decide to download the PolishTrains mobile application, you will be able to speed up the entire ticket purchasing process even further by completing all the necessary steps directly from your smartphone.

PKP Intercity ticket prices

By choosing to buy your ticket through the PolishTrains service, you will gain access to the current prices and promotions of the carrier PKP Intercity. Here are the lowest amounts you will pay for normal tickets on popular routes to Międzyzdroje (prices are usually valid for advance purchase, but it depends on the popularity of a particular journey):

• Kraków Główny - Międzyzdroje: from PLN 47
• Rzeszów Główny - Międzyzdroje: from PLN 119
• Świnoujście - Międzyzdroje: from PLN 10
• Opole Główny - Międzyzdroje: from PLN 41
• Wrocław Główny - Międzyzdroje: from PLN 40
• Warsaw Eastern - Międzyzdroje: from 101 PLN

Polregio train ticket prices

On the PolishTrains website, you can also buy tickets for Polregio trains. On popular routes to Międzyzdroje, you will pay:

• Poznań Główny - Międzyzdroje: from 56 PLN
• Szczecin Główny - Międzyzdroje: from 29 PLN
• Świnoujście - Międzyzdroje: from 11 PLN