Stretching across over 200 miles and surrounded by forests and meadows, are over 2000 lakes, many of them interconnected by rivers and canals, the Mazury lake district in north east Poland is one of the country’s favourite tourist destinations. 
This relatively unspoilt region has rich flora and fauna, nature reserves and some of Europes largest tracts of ancient forests.
Better known tourist resorts include Wegorzewo, Olecko, Gizycko, Mikolajki and Ruciane Nida. Great for sailing and boating, the region boasts Poland’s largest lake, Sniardwy which is over 10 miles long and 8 miles wide!
Augustów
Just a touch east of the Mazury and close to the border with Belarus in the north east of the country lies Augustow, an idyllic lakeside resort, Augustow is a small town surrounded by lakes, forests, rivers and canals. Visitors can enjoy kayaking, sailing, swimming, fishing, wind surfing, diving, water skiing, hiking, cycling, nature watching and other activities.
Enjoy the outdoors, the freedom & peace of kayaking in the wild. Test your skills on the water, experience the untouched natural beauty and serenity of the Black Hancza River and the historic Augustow Canal (1824).
Hotel Warszawa Augustow is the best hotel in Augustow, located in pine forest adjacent to lake Necko, there are some facilities for boating, water skiing and kayaking, but most of all this is a peaceful retreat, great for relaxation. The hotel is in a country park, massive pine trees, about a mile outside the town centre.
Yachting
Great way to actively spend your holiday is to go on a yacht cruise. You can even get your own nautical certificate. Navigare is the place where you will find essential information about organised cruises in Mazury Lake Region. Experience amazing lakes and many wildlife sanctuaries while learning and having fun.
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