Giżycko is a small town located in the Masuria region. However, it is a very attractive tourist destination – for many reasons. Above all, it is situated between two Masurian lakes, which in itself offers huge possibilities – fun and water sports as well as beach activities.
The main attraction of Giżycko is the medieval Teutonic castle and the 19th-century Boyen Fortress built in the shape of a six-pointed star. However, such places do not seem particularly attractive to children. So if we are going to Giżycko for a holiday, it is worth looking for attractions specifically aimed at children.
The Wiewióra Rope Park in Giżycko is suitable for people of all ages. There are five routes to choose from – low, medium, high, zip line, and for little ones. The lowest route is 3 meters above the ground, and the highest – as much as 12 meters above the ground. In total, the rope park has 70 obstacles and 10 ziplines (including four over the lake).
To use the route for the little ones, our child should be no more than 130 centimeters tall and over 3 years old. The route is secured with nets and barriers, so the child does not need to wear any additional safety equipment – neither a helmet nor a harness. The route has ten different obstacles, including a huge pool with over 10,000 colorful balls (made of non-toxic LDPE).
Older children can use the low route. It is also 3 meters above the ground and has 13 obstacles to overcome. The minimum allowed height is 120 centimeters. The route is ideal for children aged 5 to 13 years.
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Zoo Safari is located in a park on the premises of the Masurian Center "Okrągłe". Visitors travel around the park in special cars with trailers. The tour lasts about an hour. From the car, you can observe several hundred wild animals, including 24 different species such as fallow deer, ponies, llamas, sheep, goats, cows, and donkeys. Children will surely enjoy seeing wild animals up close! It will be an unforgettable adventure for them.
The Indian Village is located just 5 kilometers from Giżycko. The site features a representation of an Indian village and a Museum of Native Americans. A stay in the village is therefore not only fun but also an opportunity to expand knowledge in an interesting way. Everything a child would like to know about Native Americans can be learned here. During the visit, you can participate in workshops where you can learn the secrets of baking bread, soap making, archery, or throwing tomahawks and try these skills in practice – test your strength.
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Despite its small area, Giżycko flourishes during the holiday season in terms of cultural and entertainment events. From May until the end of September, various festivals, concerts, and other events are held every few days. For example, every year on June 1st, a festival for Children's Day is organized, and every Thursday in the summer months (July and August), there is a Fairy Tale Summer with the Community Center. On August 15th, you can participate in a family picnic on Giżycko beach.
The Escape Room in Giżycko is right on the Station Square. The game in the Escape Room involves being locked in a room and having to find a way out by solving various puzzles and searching for keys. In Giżycko's Escape Room, there are rooms simple enough to be solved by the whole family, even if you've never been to such a place before. You can choose, among others, Wonderland or Treasure Island. Both rooms contain themes related to their names and are highly rated as interesting, well-equipped, and suitable for all ages. You have one hour to escape. Playing in the Escape Room is not only entertainment but also an exercise in logical thinking and cooperating with others to solve the problem.
If we have already visited all the attractions available in Giżycko, remember that we always have fun by the lake. In beautiful weather, this is the main activity in Masuria. Beach games such as building sandcastles, playing volleyball or badminton, swimming, sailing – are just a few activities to try by the lake. Boat cruises, balloon flights over Masurian lakes, and renting jet skis are also very popular. If you enjoy outdoor walks, you will surely be interested in the Giżycko pier, located just 500 meters from the medieval Teutonic castle, one of the biggest monuments in Giżycko.
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In case of rainy weather, we can enjoy attractions offered even in the hotel with a SPA&Wellness zone located in the medieval Teutonic castle. The hotel has, besides a swimming pool (with a children's pool) and SPA zone, access to billiard tables and a bowling alley. So, even in adverse weather conditions, everyone will certainly find something for themselves and will not be bored.
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