Wielkopolskie·Poland
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The Wielkopolska National Park protects a landscape shaped by the last ice age, with ribbon lakes, moraine ridges and giant glacial boulders scattered through beech and oak woods. It is close enough to Poznań for a day trip and gentle enough for families.
In season: Apr–Oct · Peak: May–Sep
Well-surfaced forest roads and quiet tracks with short climbs over the moraines, busier at weekends. Some lakes allow a summer swim.
Post-glacial lakes and oak forest south of Poznań
Moraine hills and glacial boulders
Take the train from Poznań to Mosina or Puszczykowo with your bike. Ride the lake loop from Mosina, then add Osowa Góra for the glacial boulders.
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