West Pomerania, Poland - Unravel Travel TV

Unravel Travel TV visits Poland's West Pomeranian region to check the beaches and main cities along this area of the Baltic Coast, taking in the history and attractions and spas along the way.

Szczecin is the capital city of the region. Its turbulent history included the reign of Gryfit Dukes, the Danish Suzerainty, Brandenburg Dukes, the Prussian and Swedish Reign, the stationing of Napoleon's Soldiers and the Russian Army, as well as endless wars between economic prosperity. The Pomeranian Dukes' Castle is one of the largest cultural centres in the area, which towers over the Oder River while nearby, along the Chrobry Embankment is a large terrace offering great views over the river.

Szczecin has a slice of fame status related to the The Great Escape, as depicted in the Hollywood movie. It was here that three prisoners hid as after their spectacular breakout from the Nazi camp before travelling to their freedom northwards.

There are a number of hotels including The Radisson Blu Hotel which is centrally located and offers an excellent Baltica Wellness & Spa facility.

Wolin is Poland's largest island on the Baltic Coast which is mostly covered by the Wolin National Park which protects the sea cliffs, plants and rare birds. Closer to the heart of the island lies the town of Wolin which every year hosts the Festival of Slavs and Vikings. Warriors from all Europe visit to test their skills in combat and to showcase their traditions and crafts which range from making bread and,crafts, to the construction of a viking settlement.

A visit to the Gerhard's Fort provides a fine example of one of the best preserved 19th Century seaside forts in this part of Europe. It was constructed by Prussian fortifiers and was one out of four basic defence structures forming part of the Maritime Fortress of Swinoujscie.

The 189-km long Baltic seaside is one of the attractions, ideal for sunbathing, water sports and walking. Swinoujscie is a popular destination and a renowned health resort as well as a key Polish port. Here there are cycling lanes on both the Polish and German parts of West Pomerania as well as nine marked walking tourist trails, a 300 step climb to the top of its lighthouse and a 44 island kayaking trail. Swinoujscie can be accessed by boat from Scandinavian destinations.

Kolobrzeg, a large seaside resort and health spa, is often termed the Pearl of the Baltic Sea. Situated on the coast of the Baltic Sea, at the mouth of the Parseta River, it offers wide sandy beaches and an historic park. The micro-climate, natural resources of peat and salt saline are used in health and beauty treatments by most of the hotels which attract tourists and health spa patients year round. Kolobreg's attractions include sea cruises, fishing trips, biking and walking along its designated paths and trails.The Aquarius Hotel & Spa has been tastefully designed and offers an Aqua center and nightclub and is one of many four and five star properties offering health spa facilities.

Poland Tourism http://www.poland.travel/en-gb/
Kolobreg http://www.kolobrzeg.pl/
Aquarius Hotel & Spa http://www.aquariusspa.pl/en/
Wolin National Park http://www.wolinpn.pl/index.php?page=45

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