Briesen (Wąbrzeźno): Lakes, culture and cycling routes

The area of present-day Wąbrzeźno is partly surrounded by Lakes Zamkowe, Frydek and Sitno. Cultural attractions include churches, castle ruins and a restored market square. Walking and cycling routes pass viewpoints and outdoor fitness equipment. There is a town beach on Lake Zamkowe.

The Church of the Holy Apostles Simon and Jude Thaddeus in Wąbrzeźno was built between 1323 and 1349. A parish church in Wąbrzeźno has served as the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Pregnant since the 16th century. The name “Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Pregnant” was first officially used in 1993 for the long-standing Marian cult in Wąbrzeźno.

Another destination is the ruins of the Castle of the Bishops of Chełmno. The Church of Our Lady Queen of Poland dates from 1836 and houses sacred works of art from the 16th to the 19th century. The town hall is also architecturally notable: built in 1892 in the Neo-Gothic style, it is made of exposed red brick. Art Nouveau houses shape the look of the restored market square.

Visitors wishing to explore several of these historic themes can include the tourist trail through Wąbrzeźno, with its eight historic stops. It offers culture enthusiasts another way to include these places in their travel plans.

The lakes are a defining feature of the local landscape: Wąbrzeźno lies between three lakes, and the area of the present-day town is partly surrounded by Zamkowe, Frydek and Sitno. The town beach is on Lake Zamkowe. A water sports equipment rental station on the lake offers kayaks, pedal boats and SUP boards free of charge. Separate from this is the Przystań Sportów Wodnych im. Jana Bosmana-Lewandowskiego, which offers opportunities for kayaking, sailing and stand-up paddleboarding.

Walking and cycling routes pass viewpoints and outdoor fitness equipment. Cycling loops use kilometres of modernised, safe and well-marked cycling routes. The former track corridor of the Wąbrzeska kolejka has also been replaced by a foot and cycle path. This section is the former railway corridor; it should not be confused with the current railway line. Poland’s first electrified railway line was established in Wąbrzeźno.

The open-air amphitheatre hosts seasonal concerts by the water. For leisure options beyond culture and routes, the Centrum Aktywności „Przyjazne Wzgórze“ offers rope courses, ground trampolines, mini golf, a zip line and slides. There is also a skatepark and a basketball court.

Sports facilities and swimming are also available: the Stadion Miejski im. Jana Wesołowskiego has a certified blue athletics track, facilities for long jump, high jump and pole vault, as well as throwing facilities. The Pływalnia Miejska im. Pawła Bączyńskiego has sports lanes and a sauna area.

Wąbrzeźno has a bypass and a connection to the motorway. The specific route therefore depends on your starting point. For meal planning, one restaurant with a precise address is listed: Stary Młyn is at ul. 1 Maja 40. Consider cultural attractions, activities and your own travel routes when choosing accommodation in Briesen.

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Which lakes are near Briesen?

Wąbrzeźno lies between three lakes. The area of the present-day town is partly surrounded by Zamkowe, Frydek and Sitno.

What water sports are available?

The Przystań Sportów Wodnych im. Jana Bosmana-Lewandowskiego offers opportunities for kayaking, sailing and stand-up paddleboarding. A rental station on Lake Zamkowe offers kayaks, pedal boats and SUP boards free of charge.

Is there a route along a former railway line?

The former track corridor of the Wąbrzeska kolejka has been replaced by a foot and cycle path.

For the overview of the wider region: Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship.