Discover Lubsko: town history, lake and trails

At Zalew Karaś, there is a kayak launch and seasonal rentals of pedal boats, kayaks, bicycles and go-karts. Fishing is possible there year-round, and there is also a publicly accessible playground. The path through Park Miejski runs along the Lubsza and is described as a walking path. The green PTTK route passes through Lubsko and is 73.5 kilometres long in total.

Wieża Pachołków Miejskich is considered the oldest building in Lubsko to have retained its original form. The brick tower dates from the 15th century. At that time, the city’s fortifications were reinforced by expanding the gate structures. Its circular ground plan describes the shape of the tower when viewed from above; seven storeys divide the structure into levels stacked one above another. The building therefore offers insight into both its form and its historical context.

Lubsko Castle also dates back to the Middle Ages and features Gothic relics. The castle grounds are now used by a social care facility. The Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (pw. Nawiedzenia Najświętszej Maryi Panny) is the oldest religious building in the city. Among its historic details is an organ dating from 1918, made by Gustaw Heinze of Żary. The church’s concert history goes back to 1999, when concerts of chamber and organ music began.

The Regionalna Izba Pamięci brings together mementos and artefacts from different periods in Lubsko’s history, alongside themed exhibitions on display there. This collection offers another way to explore the town’s history, in addition to its preserved buildings. Visitors who want to get to know Lubsko through individual objects and exhibitions will find a different focus here than in the medieval architecture.

Activities at Zalew Karaś vary in availability: pedal boats, kayaks, bicycles and go-karts are rented seasonally, while fishing is possible there year-round. This distinction can help you set expectations for a visit to the lake according to the time of year. The kayak launch is also part of what Zalew Karaś offers. A publicly accessible playground is among the facilities mentioned there.

The path through Park Miejski is described as a walking path and runs alongside the Lubsza River. By contrast, the green PTTK route is a combined hiking and cycling route that passes through Lubsko. Its length of 73.5 kilometres refers to the entire route, not just the section in Lubsko. This makes it possible to choose between a walk through the park and a longer hiking and cycling route, without assuming that both require the same amount of time.

The green route starts in Lubsko (PKS) and follows a connecting path to Jezioro Głębokie and a recreation centre in Grabówek. These details give you a concrete overview of its course. When choosing between the routes, the main considerations are the type of route and the total length of the PTTK route; no length is given for the park path.

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What is available seasonally at Zalew Karaś?

Pedal boats, kayaks, bicycles and go-karts are available for seasonal rental. Fishing is possible at Zalew Karaś year-round.

How do the park path and the green PTTK route differ?

The path through Park Miejski is described as a walking path and runs along the Lubsza. The green PTTK route is a combined hiking and cycling route with a total length of 73.5 kilometres.

Which historic details are especially notable in Lubsko?

Wieża Pachołków Miejskich is a seven-storey brick tower with a circular ground plan, dating from the 15th century. The city’s oldest religious building houses an organ from 1918, made by Gustaw Heinze of Żary.

For the broader travel overview: Żary.