Lake Dominickie
Lake Dominickie is one of the most beautiful and largest lakes in the vicinity of Wloszakowice, attracting both locals and tourists from all over Poland. With an area of over 344 hectares, this picturesque lake is an ideal place for active relaxation and contact with nature. Surrounded by dense pine forests, it offers a tranquil atmosphere and a chance to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
There are numerous beaches around the lake, which become popular places for sunbathing, swimming and picnics in summer. For water sports enthusiasts, there are equipment rentals available, such as canoes, pedal boats and windsurfing boards. Lake Dominickie is also a great place for sailors – its spacious waters offer ideal conditions for this sport, and local marinas provide mooring and relaxation by the water.
The lake is also a paradise for anglers. Its waters are home to many species of fish, including pike, zander, bream and perch, making it an attraction for sport fishing enthusiasts. Fishing competitions are held here every year, with both professionals and amateurs taking part. The surroundings of the lake also offer numerous walking and cycling paths, which allow you to enjoy nature and watch birds such as herons, cormorants and ducks.
Wloszakowicki Forest
The Włoszakowicki Forest is a vast forest complex, which is an excellent attraction for those seeking peace and quiet, contact with nature and opportunities for active outdoor recreation. These forests are characterised by a predominance of coniferous trees, especially pines, which gives them a specific forest fragrance that has a relaxing effect on visitors.
The Wloszakowice forest is an ideal place for hiking and cycling trips. There are numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty running through the forest, so both experienced hikers and families with children can find a route to suit them. Walking through the forest, you will come across numerous glades and small ponds, which add to the beauty of the place. It is also an excellent opportunity to observe the local fauna – roe deer, wild boar, foxes and numerous bird species can be found in these woods, making the area particularly attractive for nature lovers and photographers.
For those looking for more of a challenge, the forest also offers opportunities for orienteering and survival expeditions, which are growing in popularity. Furthermore, during the autumn season, the Wloszakowice forest becomes a destination for mushroom pickers, who can count on an abundant harvest of bay boletes, boletes and other edible species every year.
Samica Valley Nature Reserve
The Samica Valley Nature Reserve is a unique protected area located in the Włoszakowice commune, which delights with a variety of ecosystems and an abundance of flora and fauna. The reserve includes the Samica River Valley, which meanders picturesquely through wetlands, creating numerous meanders, oxbow lakes and floodplains.
The Samica Valley is an important place for ornithologists and bird enthusiasts, as it provides shelter for many species of rare and protected wetland birds. Among others, black storks, white herons, cranes and rare species of ducks can be found here. Birdwatching in this reserve is a unique attraction, especially during the migration period, when the valley becomes a stopover for thousands of migratory birds.
Unique plant species such as orchids, sundews and many other protected species of wetland vegetation can also be admired in the reserve. The Samica Valley is also a habitat for numerous mammal species, including beavers, which build their feeding grounds along the banks of the river, and otters, which prey on fish and other small aquatic animals. The area is protected for its exceptional natural beauty, while also providing an excellent place for peaceful walks and nature tours.
There are also specially marked nature trails in the Samica Valley Reserve, which allow visitors to learn about different aspects of the area’s ecosystem. These paths are marked with information boards that explain which plant and animal species can be found in the area and what measures are being taken to protect nature in the area. This makes the reserve not only a place for recreation, but also an educational area where you can learn more about the river and wetland ecosystems.
Włoszakowice and its surroundings offer extremely rich natural attractions, which will satisfy both lovers of active recreation and those looking for peace and relaxation in nature. Dominickie Lake, the Włoszakowice Forest and the Samica Valley nature reserve are just some of the places worth visiting to discover the beauty of Wielkopolska’s nature in its full splendour.
