Discover Dźwirzyno
The sea on one side, a lake on the other
Dźwirzyno is an intimate holiday village on the Baltic coast, in the rural municipality of Kołobrzeg (Kołobrzeg County, West Pomeranian Voivodeship). Its charm comes from its setting — it lies on a former spit, a narrow strip of land separating the open sea from Lake Resko Przymorskie.
Here you can walk in just a few minutes from the rushing Baltic waves to the calm, wind-sheltered surface of the lake. This seaside haven of peace is treasured above all by families with children and anyone looking to get away from the bustle of the big resorts.
And whenever you long for the buzz of the town, the spa town of Kołobrzeg — with its lighthouse, pier and lively promenade — is only about 12 km away.
The international R10 cycle route (the Baltic Sea Cycle Route) circling the Baltic also runs through Dźwirzyno. It is a comfortable seaside path that takes you by bike — without ever getting in the car — both to Kołobrzeg and towards Mrzeżyno and on along the coast.
Dźwirzyno in numbers
- 12 km
- to Kołobrzeg
- ~50 m
- beach width
- 580–620 ha
- area of Lake Resko
- ~1300 m
- channel linking it to the sea
From our rooms, everything is close
One of the widest beaches on the coast
The beach in Dźwirzyno is often named as one of the most beautiful and widest along the entire Polish coast. In many places the strip of pale, fine sand is several dozen metres wide, and the shoreline runs gently for more than a dozen kilometres.
All that space is a comfort you will struggle to find in crowded resorts — children have room to build sandcastles, and you can spread your blanket without your neighbours crowding in. The gentle slope into the water makes bathing safe for the little ones.
After a day full of sun, it is worth lingering by the shore — the sunsets over the Baltic in Dźwirzyno can take your breath away.
Lake Resko Przymorskie
Just behind the belt of dunes stretches Lake Resko Przymorskie — a vast coastal lagoon lake covering somewhere between 580 and 620 ha, with a shallow depth (up to around 2.5 m). Dźwirzyno lies on its north-eastern shore.
The lake is connected to the Baltic by a harbour channel about 1300 m long — with no lock and a free flow of water. Where the channel meets the sea sits a picturesque fishing harbour, one of the village’s hallmarks.
The calm, wind-sheltered water is the ideal place for family fun on the water: kayaks, pedal boats and SUP boards. Anglers will appreciate the quiet and the abundance of fish, while walking and cycling trails run all around the lake.
Did you know that…?
Kolberger Deep
Until 1945 Dźwirzyno bore the German name Kolberger Deep — recorded on 18th-century maps as “Colberger Deep”.
A resort with tradition
The village’s tourism potential was discovered at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. As early as 1906, nearly 700 summer visitors were recorded here.
The sea flows into the lake
Lake Resko Przymorskie connects to the Baltic via a channel (around 1300 m) with no lock — during storms, salt water pushes back into the lake.
A record-breakingly wide beach
The beach in Dźwirzyno is often cited as one of the widest and most beautiful on the entire Polish coast.
Wild nature right next door
The area is protected by a Natura 2000 site spanning several dozen kilometres of coastline, along with a nearby dune reserve.
An award-winning marina
Marina Błękitna on the lake has been recognised as one of the finest public spaces in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship.
Something for everyone
From lazy days on the beach to active breaks — in Dźwirzyno and the surrounding area, everyone will find something to enjoy.
Wide beach
Fine, pale sand and a gentle slope into the water — safe play for the youngest.
Water sports
Sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, kayaks, SUPs and pedal boats on Lake Resko Przymorskie.
Marina Błękitna
A modern Water Tourism and Recreation Centre with a marina, jetties and equipment hire.
Fishing harbour
Where the channel meets the sea — fresh fish straight off the boat and the charm of a small marina.
Cycle routes
Trails through the coastal forests, including the scenic “Szlak ku Słońcu” (Trail to the Sun) and the European R10 cycle route around the Baltic.
Local flavours
Fish-fry spots and restaurants serving fresh fish, plus the summer “Smaczna Ryba” (Tasty Fish) culinary festival.
Marina Błękitna — the resort’s water hub
On the shore of Lake Resko Przymorskie sits a modern Water Tourism and Recreation Centre, known as Marina Błękitna. It is Dźwirzyno’s showpiece — with a marina, mooring jetties, a viewing terrace over the water and a children’s playground.
Here you will find a hire centre for watercraft (kayaks, pedal boats, SUP boards, yachts) and water-sports schools — sailing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. The marina sits right beside the “Szlak ku Słońcu” (Trail to the Sun) cycle path, so you can easily combine the water attractions with a bike ride.
Dźwirzyno through the lens
SunsetWide beach
Beach and sea
Beach pier
Lifeguards on the beach
Sunset over the sea
Local attractions
PlaygroundHarbour
Boat in the harbourNature and protected areas
Dźwirzyno is surrounded by precious natural areas covered by the European Natura 2000 protection network. Among them is the extensive “Trzebiatowsko-Kołobrzeski Pas Nadmorski” (Trzebiatów–Kołobrzeg Coastal Belt), spanning several dozen kilometres of coastline and protecting the coastal lakes — including Resko Przymorskie — as well as more than a dozen habitat types: white and grey dunes, coastal salt marshes and bogs.
Right next to the village, on the stretch towards Grzybowo, lies the “Wydmy między Dźwirzynem a Grzybowem” (Dunes between Dźwirzyno and Grzybowo) nature reserve, protecting the characteristic dune plant communities along with rare and protected plant species.
All of this means that a walk along the seashore or a bike ride is not only relaxing but also brings you into contact with truly wild, coastal nature.
A short history of Dźwirzyno
Until 1945 the village bore the German name Kolberger Deep. Its tourism potential was discovered relatively late — only at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, when residents began renting out rooms in summer to visitors who wanted to bathe in the Baltic.
The resort quickly grew in popularity — by 1906 nearly 700 summer guests were already recorded here, and the first holiday and treatment centres sprang up by the beach. After 1945 the village returned to Poland and was given its present name, carrying on its development as one of the most beloved seaside spots for a holiday.
Summer events
A season in Dźwirzyno is about more than just the beach. One of the most recognisable events is the recurring culinary festival „Smaczna Ryba – Otwarcie Lata" (Tasty Fish – Summer Opening), with fish-dish tastings, cooking demonstrations, activities for children and an evening concert.
In summer the local amphitheatre hosts cabaret performances, concerts and open-air events, while cyclists can look forward to events such as “Rowerem na otwarcie lata” (Cycling into Summer). You will find the current programme in the municipal events calendar — and we are always happy to tell you what is going on nearby during your stay.
How to get to Dźwirzyno
The most convenient way to get here is by car — Dźwirzyno lies about 12 km from Kołobrzeg, the nearest larger town and the region’s transport hub. From there, local roads bring you right to the sea in just over ten minutes.
If you are travelling by train or plane, the most convenient interchange is Kołobrzeg, from where you can reach Dźwirzyno by bus, taxi or shuttle transport. On site, at our accommodation, free parking awaits you.
The season runs from late spring to early autumn — it is liveliest in July and August, but June and September tempt visitors with their peace, lower prices and still-pleasant weather.
Dźwirzyno on the map
See how conveniently Dźwirzyno is located — between the Baltic and Lake Resko Przymorskie, close to Kołobrzeg.
Frequently asked questions about Dźwirzyno
Where is Dźwirzyno?
Dźwirzyno is a seaside village in the rural municipality of Kołobrzeg, in Kołobrzeg County (West Pomeranian Voivodeship). It lies on a former spit — a narrow strip of land between the Baltic Sea and Lake Resko Przymorskie, about 12 km from Kołobrzeg.
How far is it from Dźwirzyno to the beach and to Kołobrzeg?
The Baltic beach is within easy reach — from the centre of the village you can walk there in a few minutes. Kołobrzeg, the nearest larger town with its spa, lighthouse and promenade, is about 12 km away.
What makes the beach in Dźwirzyno special?
The beach in Dźwirzyno is often called one of the widest and most beautiful on the Polish coast. It is known for its exceptionally pale, fine sand and a gentle shoreline, which makes it safe and convenient for families with children.
What is Lake Resko Przymorskie?
It is a coastal lagoon lake covering somewhere between 580 and 620 ha, with a shallow depth (up to 2.5 m). It is connected to the Baltic by a harbour channel about 1300 m long, with no lock. Dźwirzyno lies on its north-eastern shore — it is a paradise for lovers of water sports and angling.
What attractions await in Dźwirzyno and the surrounding area?
A wide beach, a fishing harbour, the modern Marina Błękitna with water-equipment hire, cycle paths, coastal forests and nature reserves. In season there are open-air events, including the “Smaczna Ryba – Otwarcie Lata” (Tasty Fish – Summer Opening) culinary festival, plus concerts and performances in the amphitheatre. The spa town of Kołobrzeg is right next door.