May 2025: Eco last-minute trips [TOP 5].

May holidays are a time when many people would like to get away from everyday life, escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax in nature. It's a great opportunity to explore the nooks and crannies of Poland and combine relaxation with a respect for nature. Haven't planned any trips? There is still time!

Here are unique places in Poland that allow you to combine relaxation among nature with care for the environment.

Why travel green?

Green travel is not just a fashion statement, but also a responsibility towards our planet. Choosing sustainable forms of transport, accommodation and attractions is of paramount importance to protect the environment. Our awareness of the impact of tourism on the planet is growing, so that the decisions tourists make can have a positive impact on nature conservation.

The most interesting eco destinations for a May Day trip in Poland

Bialowieza Forest

The Bialowieza Forest is a unique place on the map of Poland, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the last original forests in Europe - this means it has never been altered by man.

Educational programmes such as guided tours, nature workshops and children's activities are organised in the forest. You can also go wildlife watching (such as bison), and there are numerous hiking and cycling trails for active tourists.

In the surrounding villages, there are organic farms offering accommodation in harmony with nature and local food.

Drawsko Lake District

The Drawskie Lake District is a true paradise for active leisure enthusiasts. There are more than 250 lakes, which makes the region ideal for canoeing (river rafting on the Drawa River is particularly recommended), hiking and cycling among forests and hills.

It is an ideal place for anglers and those seeking relaxation by the water. The region is teeming with life - many species of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians can be found here, making the area an ideal destination for those who enjoy observing nature.

More and more agro-tourism farms are offering organic accommodation, local food and handicraft workshops.

Landscape Park Lower Oder Valley

The Lower Oder Valley is one of the wildest and most beautiful places in Poland. It lies on the border with Germany and encompasses Międzyodrze - the area where the Oder River splits into two streams: the Western and the Eastern Oder. The park is the largest lowland moor in all of Central Europe. It features floodplain meadows, forests, peat bogs and numerous oxbow lakes - i.e. former river beds full of plants and animals.

It is also a paradise for bird lovers. It is on the route of their annual migrations, so in spring and autumn you can see thousands of cranes, ducks, geese and endangered species such as white-tailed eagles, ospreys, harriers and marsh owls.

In the area around Gryfino and Cedynia, you can go hiking, cycling or even canoeing. Due to the harsh conditions of the area, the place has never been densely settled by man - so it has retained its wild, natural character to this day.

Kashuby

Kashubia is a region filled with beautiful landscapes, but also with history, tradition and culture. It is characterised by numerous lakes, forests and picturesque villages.

There are many nature reserves, landscape parks and Natura 2000 areas throughout the region, and tourists can enjoy numerous hiking trails - for walking, cycling and canoeing. Thematic trails, which aim to familiarise tourists with its history, are also popular. Fans of fishing will find many great places to fish.

Kashubia has preserved its unique culture, language and traditions. Those who want to learn more about the history of the place can visit traditional open-air museums and museums such as the Kashubian Museum in Kartuzy.

Beskid Niski

Beskid Niski is located in southern Poland, in the Podkarpackie and Małopolskie Voivodeships. The region is distinguished by its mountainous landscapes, vast valleys and wildlife. It is one of the least populated areas in Poland - wandering along its trails, you can come across many villages abandoned after World War II and old Orthodox churches.

The area is home to many species of plants and animals. Wolves, lynx, bears and numerous birds of prey such as the lesser spotted eagle and black stork can be found there.

Tourism in the area focuses on hiking trails, animal observation and the promotion of the region's traditions - folk crafts and regional cuisine.