Discover Ateny: hiking, kayaking and accommodation

• The 38.5-kilometre blue hiking trail runs from Suwałki via Walne and Ateny, then continues through Upustek to Danowskie.
• The kayaking trip on the Blizna starts in Ateny, heads to the opposite shore of Lake Blizno and then continues onto the river.
• Ateny has agrotourism accommodation; dining establishments serving fish dishes or regional cuisine are seasonal.

The 38.5-kilometre trail connects Suwałki and Danowskie. It passes through Walne and Ateny, then continues through Upustek. For your planning, Ateny is therefore a point along the route, not its designated starting point. If you want to walk just one section, check the exact route locally before setting out.

The natural attractions include different forest communities of the Augustów Forest, lakes in the Blizna trough landscape and the surroundings of Wigry. Forest communities are different forms of forest; here, they feature alongside lakes and other landscape areas as part of the trail's character. If you are interested in exploring nature on foot, you can take in several different landscapes along a longer route.

The kayaking trip starts in Ateny and first heads to the opposite shore of Lake Blizno. From there, it continues onto the Blizna River. The route passes through the forest, marsh and meadow landscapes of the Augustów Forest, and also crosses Natura 2000 protected areas. The lake and river sections are two successive parts of the described trip.

The level of difficulty is also an important planning consideration: shallow spots, fallen trees and beaver dams make this kayaking route more challenging than other rivers in the region. Conditions can change with the seasons. Take the character of the route into account and check the current conditions before setting off.

The two nature experiences differ in how you travel and in the character of the route: on foot, you follow a 38.5-kilometre route that connects several places and takes in varied landscapes. By kayak, the route starts in Ateny and leads from Lake Blizno onto the Blizna, with natural obstacles adding to the difficulty. So when planning your trip, the key question is whether you want to explore the landscape on foot or consider the more challenging water route.

Ateny has accommodation at agrotourism establishments. Check availability with the specific establishment before booking. The time of year also matters when planning meals: dining establishments serving fish dishes or regional cuisine are seasonal. Before your trip, check whether these options will be available during your stay.

Discover more destinations: Bryzgiel, Augustow, Plaska, Sucha Rzeczka, Serwy, Rudawka, Blizna, Kopanica.

How long is the blue hiking trail?

The blue hiking trail is 38.5 kilometres long and runs from Suwałki via Walne and Ateny, then through Upustek to Danowskie. Check the route locally before setting out.

Where does the kayaking trip on the Blizna start?

It starts in Ateny, heads to the opposite shore of Lake Blizno and then continues onto the Blizna River.

What type of accommodation is available in Ateny?

Ateny has accommodation at agrotourism establishments. Check availability with the specific establishment before booking.

Go to the broader travel overview: Augustowski.