Wielkopolskie·Poland
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The Gwda runs through deep pine forest from Pomerania down to the Noteć at Ujście, quick and clear with long wild stretches between villages. It is one of the liveliest lowland rivers in western Poland, and the upper section is narrow and full of obstacles.
In season: May–Sep · Peak: Jun–Aug
Steady current and fallen trees on the upper river, easier wide water below Piła. Levels drop in dry summers, so early summer is best.
Fast forest river with a strong current all the way
Narrower, more obstacles, the interesting half
Hire a kayak with transport in Piła. Paddle Piła to Ujście first, then take on the upper river from Szwecja once you are confident around obstacles.
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