Discover Łapy: church, cycling route and kayak trail

• The Church of Saints Peter and Paul was built of brick between 1918 and 1927; its architecture draws on the Polish Renaissance and Baroque.
• The blue-marked Rowerowa Obwodnica NPN cycling route is 90 km long and passes through Łapy.
• The 10 km Szlak Okrężny z Uhowa is a several-hour kayak trip on the Narew, returning to Uhowo via Bokiny and Łapy.
• The observation tower in Uhowo is 44 metres tall; 258 steps lead to the highest viewing platform.
• The place called Sosenka in Łapy is used by local residents for recreation.

The brick Church of Saints Peter and Paul offers a specific point of interest for travellers interested in architectural history. Its construction between 1918 and 1927 gives the building a clear historical context. Its stylistic influences are a separate consideration: the architecture draws on the Polish Renaissance and Baroque. In other words, it dates from the early 20th century while referencing older art-historical traditions.

This distinction helps you avoid confusing the construction period with the architectural style. If you want to include culture in your trip, you can focus on two specific aspects: when the church was built and the periods that influenced its architecture.

The Rowerowa Obwodnica NPN is a cycling route with a total length of 90 kilometres. It is marked in blue and passes through Łapy. The stated length applies to the entire route; it does not indicate how long the section within the town is. If you are planning to ride it, check the current markings locally.

The Szlak Okrężny z Uhowa is different: the 10-kilometre route is described as a several-hour kayak trip on the Narew. It starts in Uhowo, passes through Bokiny and Łapy, and returns to Uhowo. Łapy is therefore a section of the route, not the stated starting and return point. When comparing the two options, the main consideration is whether you want to include a cycling route or a several-hour paddling trip in your plans. For the kayak trip, it is a good idea to check the specific launch options in advance.

The observation tower is in Uhowo, within the municipality, but outside the town of Łapy. It is 44 metres tall, and 258 steps lead to the highest viewing platform. From there, the view extends over the Narew floodplains, among other areas. Its facilities include observation telescopes, a compass, a thermometer, a wind gauge and cameras for observing the landscape.

The tower was ceremonially opened on 11 July 2023. This is the historical opening date, not a statement about current access. If you are planning a visit, check in advance whether the tower is currently open to visitors. The information about its height, steps and views also helps distinguish it as a separate excursion destination in Uhowo from the places in the town of Łapy.

Sosenka is a place in Łapy that local residents use for recreation. So, alongside the church and routes, it is another place used locally for recreation.

Discover more destinations: Wasilków, Kleosin, Zamczysk, Łaźnie, Uhowo, Jeżewo Stare, Supraśl, Zaścianki.

Which cycling route passes through Łapy?

The blue-marked Rowerowa Obwodnica NPN passes through Łapy and is 90 km long in total. Check the current markings locally before setting off.

What is the route of the kayak trip through Łapy?

The 10 km Szlak Okrężny z Uhowa is a several-hour trip on the Narew from Uhowo, via Bokiny and Łapy, and back to Uhowo.

Is the observation tower in the town of Łapy?

No. The observation tower is in Uhowo, within the municipality, but outside the town of Łapy. It is 44 metres tall, with 258 steps to the highest viewing platform.

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