Great Masurian Lakes

Note: Minimum number of participants 2

Masuria is nature straight out of an old picture book: dark forests, rolling hills, and idyllic villages. Thousands of lakes, large and small, shimmer like jewels amidst vast forests. Without a doubt, the Masurian Lake District is one of Poland's most beautiful landscapes. A natural paradise for white storks. Eels, pike, and perch swim in the lakes, while wolves, lynx, raccoon dogs, bison, and Polish horses, known as Tarpans, still roam the forests. The peaceful tranquility of the vast primeval forests and nature parks, expansive heathlands, crystal-clear rivers and lakes, and centuries-old avenues characterize the landscape. Five landscape parks and numerous nature reserves have been established in this region. The Masurian Lake District is rightly considered the green lung of Poland and one of Europe's most beautiful cycling regions.

The bike ride is the most attractive and active form of recreation. Thanks to our offer, our guests can get to know the warm hospitality of the people living here. With us you will discover the magic of Masuria with its mysterious corners.

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Guided cycling tour: Great Masurian Lakes

Overview of your benefits

Good value for money
Tour incl. hotels and luggage transport
Extensive route booklet & GPS data
Top brand rental bikes bookable
Over 30 years of experience

Individual arrival in Warsaw and welcome by the tour guide. Meeting point at the hotel at 19 pm – you will receive your travel documents. Evening at leisure in Warsaw.

Overnight stay in Warsaw

Hotel example: IBIS Styles

After breakfast, a city tour of Warsaw (included) with sights such as the Old Town, Łazienki Park, and the vibrant city center. Around 12:00 PM, bus transfer to Masuria (approx. 200 km/4 hours/included). Our first stop in Masuria is at a picturesque spot in the heart of the Johannesburg Heath. Here you'll find the birthplace of Ernst Wiechert. Take some time to immerse yourself in the Masurian landscape. From there, our bike tour to Krutyń begins.

Overnight stay: Krutyń

Hotel example: Hotel Syrenka or Hotel Habenda

A cycling tour through the Puszcza Piska (Johannisburg Heath), the largest forested area in Masuria, with dense spruce and pine forests. Many animals live here, including deer, elk, roe deer, wild boar, hares, and foxes. You'll stop for lunch in the village of Ruciane. In the afternoon, you'll cycle through Masurian villages to Wojnowo (Eckertsdorf). This village was founded by Russian Old Believers. In this picturesque village, you can visit a Russian Orthodox church and a monastery right on the shore of Lake Druze. Dinner and overnight stay in Krutyń.

Overnight stay: Krutyń

Hotel example: Hotel Syrenka or Hotel Habenda

Exclusive: After breakfast, kayak tour on the most famous and beautiful natural river in Masuria - Krutinna. You will experience one of the most beautiful stretches of this trip: clear water in which the landscape is reflected unhindered, there are fish and birds, especially many kingfishers. Nature lovers are always enthusiastic about this area.

In the afternoon you cycle through the Masurian Landscape Park to Nikolaiken. With its secluded forests, moorlands and wide lakes, the Masurian Landscape Park is a scenic pearl of former East Prussia. Good forest paths and narrow roads take you to a scientific station where beavers and small Polish horses, the so-called tarpans, are kept. You then take a ferry across in about 15 minutes and then continue to Nikolaiken. You spend the next two nights in a hotel beautifully situated by a lake in the area around Nikolaiken. Enjoy dinner under the open sky in a typical local hotel in the area around Mikołajki/Nikolaiken.

Overnight location: Mikołajki/Nikolaiken/surrounding area.

Hotel example: Hotel Zelwagi/Hotel Willa Port/Hotel Robert's Port

Today's bike tour takes us along the Masurian Lakes around Nikolaiken. In the morning, a boat trip on the White Fleet ship from Mikołajki to Ryn. A boat trip (incl.) full of scenic impressions awaits us on the northern part of the longest channel lake in Poland. We end our boat trip at the foot of the historic Teutonic Knights' castle in Ryn/Rhine. In the afternoon, a bike tour past picturesque villages and the Masurian canals. Relax in Nikolaiken in the afternoon. Stroll through the town and take a coffee break. After dinner, a campfire with accordion music (exclusive).

Overnight stay: As on the previous day, Mikołajki/Nikolaiken

Hotel example: Hotel Zelwagi/Hotel Willa Port/Hotel Robert's Port

After breakfast, a bus transfer takes you from Mikołajki/Nikolaiken to the Wolf's Lair – Hitler's former headquarters in East Prussia. An optional visit is available. Afterwards, you cycle to Kętrzyn/Rastenburg. Enjoy a stroll through the town. An optional lunch break is available at the castle. In the afternoon, you continue to Nakomiady/Eichmedien, where you can visit a spacious park. The tour then proceeds to a 3-star hotel by the lake in Mrągowo/Sensburg. Dinner and overnight stay at a lovely hotel by the lake in Mrągowo/Sensburg.

Overnight stay: Mrągowo/Sensburg

Hotel example: Hotel Eva/Hotel Panoramic Oskar/Hotel Totu/Hotel Mazuria/Hotel Solar

This day should really be called "Back to the Past." There are still secluded areas in Masuria that transport us back to the 19th century. You'll cycle through a peaceful and secluded region, experiencing nature at its purest. In the afternoon, you can visit the Protestant church in Sorquitten. Afterwards, the cycling tour continues through the stork village of Gonswen. Dinner and overnight stay in Mrągowo/Sensburg.

Overnight accommodation: As on the previous day, Mrągowo/Sensburg

Hotel example: Hotel Eva/Hotel Panoramic Oskar/Hotel Totu/Hotel Mazuria/Hotel Solar

In the morning you will cycle from Sensburg to Swieta Lipka / Holy Linden, where there is a beautiful baroque church. If you wish, you can take part in a guided tour and an organ concert (exclusive). From Holy Linden we will continue to the old Masurian town - Reszel / Rössel, where you can visit the mighty castle. In the afternoon, bus transfer from Reszel / Rössel to Warsaw (incl.). Exclusive dinner in a restaurant in Warsaw.

Overnight stay in Warsaw

Hotel example: IBIS Styles

After breakfast, departure is at your own discretion, or we can book additional nights upon request.

Overnight stay in Warsaw

8 nights including breakfast
Half board (from breakfast on the 2nd day to breakfast on the 9th day); Dinner on the 1st day and the 8th day is in Warsaw not included in the price
All transfers according to the program (Warsaw-Masuria and back, Nikolaiken - Wolfsschanze/surroundings on the 6th day)
City tour in Warsaw on the 2nd day
Boat trip in Masuria on the 5th day
Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (9am-18pm)
7 days service hotline
1x per room travel documents (DE)
GPS data on request

Money-saving tip: 5% early booking discount for tours in 2027, valid until 31.10.2026

The discount is automatically deducted during the booking process.

Further information

Basic price in € per person

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Note: To book this tour you need at least 2 participants.

Double room including breakfast	Cat I
08.05.2027 - 18.09.2027	1.035,00 €

Single room including breakfast	Cat I
08.05.2027 - 18.09.2027	1.245,00 €

Rental bikes

Rental bike with luggage bag
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	89,00 €

Electric rental bike with luggage bag
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	349,00 €

Additional Services

Bringing your own bike (see requirements under Notes, limited availability)
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	72,00 €

Kayak rental in Masuria (price per person)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	23,00 €

Campfire with accordion music on the 5th day (price per person)
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	12,00 €

Tour: Wolf's Lair (price per person)
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	24,00 €

Visit: Holy Linden Tree (Price per Person)
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	13,00 €

Dinner on the first day in Warsaw (price per person)
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	38,00 €

Warschau

Room price per person	Cat I
Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	65,00 €
Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	95,00 €

Warschau

Room price per person	Cat I
Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	65,00 €
Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	95,00 €

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Reisecode: POL 04

Great Masurian Lakes - a classic

Duration: 9 days
Overnight stays: 8 nights
Overnight stays: about 265 km

Saturday from May 08th to September 18th, 2027

Note: To book this tour you need at least 2 participants.

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Basic price in € per person * 2027	Cat I
Double room including breakfast	From €1035
Single room including breakfast	From €1245

5% early booking discount for tours in 2027, valid until 31.10.2026

Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Still have questions?

Doreen Geissler

Phone: 03831 30676-0 Mon–Fri 8am–17pm
E-mail: info@mecklenburger-radtour.de

Train : to/from Warsaw Main Station

Parking : public parking garages are subject to a fee (information without guarantee, subject to availability, no advance reservation possible, payable on site)

General tip for traveling by car

A comprehensive overview of parking lots can be conveniently viewed on the external website www.parkopedia.de.

Rooms with shower/toilet or bath/toilet

Category I: Accommodation in good, typical local hotels and guesthouses as well as mid-range hotels at the 3-star level

Warsaw: 3-star IBIS Styles Hotel – one night
Krutyn: Family Hotel Syrenka or Hotel Habenda – two nights
Surroundings of Nikolaiken: traditional hotel Zełwągi or 3* Hotel Willa/Robert's Port – two nights
Sensburg: 3-star Hotel Eva/Ponaramic Oskar/ToTu/Mazuria/Solar – two nights
Warsaw: 3-star IBIS Styles Hotel – one night
The information is subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 2 people

Requirements for bringing your own bicycles : maximum length of bicycles: 180 cm; maximum tire width: 6,5 cm; minimum wheel diameter: 25 inches. Folding bicycles are only permitted upon request.

This trip/s is/are not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

General information

Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.