Bogaczewo: Piers, Cycling Routes and History

• Leśna Keja is a pier, harbour and mooring point at the junction of Jezioro Boczne and Jezioro Niegocin.
• The former hillfort site lies on a small rise by Jezioro Boczne, near the Kanał Kula. A former Evangelical cemetery is located there; in the literature, the site is called “Ringberg” (Okrągła Góra).
• A red cycling route from Giżycko to Święta Lipka is 69 kilometres long. A green cycling route is listed as 41 kilometres; an additional section covers a further 20 kilometres.
• The Niegocińska Route is 32 kilometres long and returns to Giżycko.
• A silver garment clasp decorated with cloisonné enamel, originating from Gaul, was found in Bogaczewo.

The municipal heritage programme adopted in 2024 lists the red cycling route from Giżycko to Święta Lipka. It runs through Wilkasy, Bogaczewo, Gorazdowo, Staropole, Monetki, Stara Rudówka, Ryn, Knis, Salpik, Nakomiady, Owczarnia, Kwidzyna, Gierłoż and Kętrzyn. The total distance is 69 kilometres.

The green cycling route runs from Giżycko through Bogaczewo and the Kanał Kula to Rydzewo, Przykop, Miłki, Lipińskie, Szczepanki and Wydminy. It is listed as 41 kilometres long. An additional section through Sołtmany, Żywki, Kruklin and Grądy Kruklaneckie covers a further 20 kilometres. The main route and the additional section are listed as separate distances.

The Niegocińska Route is listed separately as 32 kilometres long. It runs through Giżycko, Bystry, Ruda, Rydzewo, Bogaczewo, Strzelce and Wilkasy, returning to Giżycko. The listed routes can therefore be compared by their distances and itineraries. Before setting out, check the current route and trail conditions.

The former hillfort site lies on a small rise by Jezioro Boczne, near the Kanał Kula. A former Evangelical cemetery is located on the hillfort. The name “Ringberg,” or Okrągła Góra, preserves the name by which the site is known in the literature.

Another point of local history is the discovery of a silver garment clasp decorated with cloisonné enamel. It originated from Gaul and was found in Bogaczewo. The find and the hillfort site represent different historical traces of the village: an archaeological object and a named historic place in the landscape.

Leśna Keja is described as a pier, harbour and mooring point. Its location at the junction of Jezioro Boczne and Jezioro Niegocin makes it a clear landmark by the water. If you are planning around current services, check directly with the operator before travelling.

Bogaczewiada is also associated with a specific location: it was held for the 14th time at Bogaczewo’s municipal beach and the adjacent sports field. It was described as one of the largest family picnics in Giżycko Municipality. Both the beach and the sports field are named as venues; this does not indicate when the event will next take place.

The broader destination of Giżycko offers other landmarks. Boyen Fortress lies on the isthmus between Lakes Kisajno and Niegocin and is described as Giżycko’s biggest attraction. The swing bridge crosses the Łuczański Canal and is considered a unique technical monument in Europe. St. Bruno’s Church on Pionierska Street is the city’s oldest Catholic church.

Built in 1900 and restored, Giżycko’s water tower serves as a viewpoint; it also houses a café and a small gallery with souvenirs relating to the city’s history. Eko Plaża Giżycko is located where Lake Niegocin and the Niegociński Canal meet. The publicly accessible recreational and tourism complex offers SUP board, kayak and boat rentals. Check whether it is currently operating before making plans.

Giżycko is also home to the main port of Żegluga Mazurska, from which passenger-ship excursions are recommended. The eastern section of the Mazurska Pętla Rowerowa runs from Pisz to Węgorzewo via Giżycko and is 103 kilometres long.

Discover more destinations: Jagodne Wielkie, Grądzkie, Łękuk Mały, Lipińskie, Sterławki Wielkie, Kruklanki, Talki and Wydminy.

Where is the former hillfort site?

It lies on a small rise by Jezioro Boczne, near the Kanał Kula. A former Evangelical cemetery is located on the site; in the literature, it is called “Ringberg” (Okrągła Góra).

How long is the Niegocińska Route?

The Niegocińska Route is 32 kilometres long. It runs through Giżycko, Bystry, Ruda, Rydzewo, Bogaczewo, Strzelce and Wilkasy, returning to Giżycko.

Where can you rent SUP boards, kayaks and boats?

Rentals are listed at Eko Plaża Giżycko in the broader destination of Giżycko. The complex is located where Lake Niegocin and the Niegociński Canal meet; check whether it is currently operating before making plans.

Go to the broader travel overview: Giżycko.