Świnoujście

River Świna’s mouth into the Baltic Sea (Ujście Świny – hence the name of the town). – Photo by: User: Special b, Swinoujscie 30, CC BY 2.5

Distance

160 km SV, 263 km E, 265 km SE, 176 km NE, 43 km NE, 98 km, 341 km NE, 78 km SE, 82 km E, 428 km SE, 192 km NE, 53 km NE, 104 km SE, 111 km NE, 156 km E, 15 km E, 159 km NE, 523 km, 66 km NE, 850 km SE, 75 km, 142 km SE, 120 km SE, 315 km SE, 147 km NE, 108 km S, 145 km SE, 88 km NE, 126 km NE, 602 km SE, 28 km SE

Population

41.371 (2014)

Location and history

Świnoujście is located in the far northwest corner of Poland. It is the only city in the country to be located on a larger number of islands. Within the city area are 44 islands, but only 3 of them are inhabited: Uznam, Wolin and Karsibór. The island of Uznam is only approx. 10% of the area on the Polish side of the border; the rest belongs to Germany. On this island is the city center and this is where most of the tourist life unfolds. On the island of Wolin lies, among other things. the ferry port connecting Poland with Scandinavia, as well as the railway station and bus terminal – as well as the lighthouse.
The first historical records of the settlement on the river inawina’s estuary (of which the town's name) dates from the 12th century. Over time, different nations have ruled over this area: Danes, Swedes, Prussians and Germans. The city gained market town rights in 1765. In the 19th century. the site became one of the most popular health resorts in Europe. During World War II, Świnoujście was an important military port.

Tourist attractions

Świnoujście (The city's official website: Polish, German and English version). With practical information for tourists, including attractions

Accommodation

Booking.com
Świnoujście (The city's official website: Polish, German and English version). With Practical Information for Tourists ,.

Eating Out:

Świnoujście (The city's official website: Polish, German and English version).

Other Internet sites and sources

Świnoujście (The city's official website: Polish, German and English version).

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