Where to go for the May Day holiday? A handful of inspirations

The long May weekend in Poland is traditionally a time to spend a few days resting and relaxing – just the way you like it! It is one of the most eagerly awaited periods. You can spend the May weekend in nature or in the city center by going on a city break. Here is some inspiration for the May weekend in Poland and abroad!

When is the May weekend 2023 and when to take time off?

This year, the May weekend falls very favorably! You only need to take 3 days off to enjoy as many as 9 days of free time! Such a long May weekend is worth using to go on a May trip and relax. Regardless of your budget, you can enjoy a range of attractions and either a lazy or active rest both in Poland and abroad.

Where is it worth going for the May weekend in Poland?

During the May weekend, it’s worth taking a break from the surrounding reality and finding your escape by going on a shorter or longer trip. Where to go for the May weekend? There are plenty of options! Here are popular and less obvious destinations and ways to spend the May weekend that will help you plan your trip!

Table Mountains – a long weekend in the Kłodzko spa towns

This place is for people who like hiking in the mountains but don’t particularly enjoy all-day trekking. The Table Mountains and Owl Mountains are full of attractions and picturesque spots. Osówka, Błędne Skały, Srebrna Góra, and well-known spas are just some of the attractions in this region. It’s a great place for first hikes with small children. There are also plenty of spa resorts here.

Masuria – for the active and those seeking peace

Masuria experiences a rush during the May weekend. No wonder! There are interesting places for both active recreation and spending time in nature away from civilization. In Masuria, you can relax outdoors, enjoy contact with nature, and draw from it. It’s also a great place for cycling trips.

May weekend by the Baltic Sea – a May weekend by the Polish sea

The Polish coast offers sandy beaches and a way to relax regardless of the weather, which can be unpredictable in our country. It’s worth expecting that in May you won’t sunbathe traditionally by the Baltic Sea, but walks along beautiful beaches, bike trips on increasingly well-prepared paths, and contact with nature will certainly bring relief. There are also additional attractions that work well in bad weather. An example is the Stone Circles in Grzybnica – a cult site in the middle of the forest where pagan gods were once worshiped. It is one of the more mysterious attractions near Koszalin. It’s also worth visiting the Słowiński National Park to see the dunes.

What do you know about Lower Silesian castles? May weekend in western Poland

The long May weekend can be a time for discovering castles. There is no better place for this in Poland than Lower Silesia. It’s a land where you can travel back in time and touch history firsthand. What is worth visiting? Książ Castle near Wałbrzych, where Duchess Daisy resided, the mysterious Czocha Castle, Grodziec Castle on an extinct volcano – these are just a small sample of what you’ll find in Lower Silesia.

Lubusz Lake District – western Masuria

Although Masuria is famous for its most beautiful lakes, the Lubusz region also has much to boast about. Numerous, extremely picturesque lakes with excellent infrastructure characterize this region. Special attention deserves Łagów Lubuski, which is picturesquely located between two beautiful lakes with the Joannite Castle, from which you can enjoy a breathtaking panorama of both lakes.

Fun at an amusement park

During the May weekend, it’s worth visiting places that relieve emotions and provide a bit of adrenaline. An amusement park is a perfect choice, especially with children! There are more and more of them in Poland. These include parks with carousels and roller coasters, as well as water parks. There are also many in neighboring countries, so if you live in the western part of the country, you can go to nearby parks in Germany to enjoy the attractions they offer.

Szklarska Poręba and Karpacz – a weekend trip for nature lovers and active rest

They are a great base for mountain hikes. They are surrounded by several different mountain ranges. Here, everyone will find their place for hiking and relaxation. Good infrastructure and additional attractions for children, such as a rope park or summer toboggan runs, make these two towns offer a lot to tourists.

May weekend by bike, or maybe a kayaking trip?

If you like bike rides, you might not even need to travel far. A bike is a way to relax and spend time in nature. The growing number of bike paths means you can enjoy this form of relaxation no matter where you live. And if you’re a bit lucky, you can go on a kayaking trip. The May weekend is a perfect opportunity for such a one-day outing.

Or maybe a long May weekend abroad?

Where to go for the May weekend? You can also spend the long May weekend abroad! There are plenty of interesting places worth visiting!

May weekend in southern Europe – reachable by car!

You can fly for the May weekend, but cheap flights at this time are rare. If you want to save money, go on a May trip by car. Where to go? Actually, anywhere you want! You can visit German castles, beautiful Vienna, or the picturesque Lake Balaton. If you dream of the sea, it’s definitely worth going to the northern Adriatic – to Italy, visiting Verona, Venice, or Lake Garda along the way. Croatia, Montenegro, and Slovenia are also within reach. All these places offer attractions enough for many, many May weekends.

European city break

If you like exploring beautiful European cities, a May weekend city break is a perfect choice! Among closer destinations, Prague, Berlin, and Bratislava are especially worth attention. You can also go to Venice, Naples, Rome, Paris, Bologna, Amsterdam, or Barcelona. For such trips, it’s enough to take carry-on luggage and pack everything necessary to keep flight costs down.

All-inclusive May weekend

The May weekend is one of the most eagerly awaited periods, increasingly used for full-scale vacations. Both distant and closer destinations already offer beautiful weather at this time. The Dominican Republic and Zanzibar are popular but quite expensive. If you prefer cheaper destinations, you can find warmth in Egypt, Greece, Turkey, or Italy during the May weekend. You can take advantage of travel agency offers, which usually include the possibility of bringing large suitcases included in the price, which is a convenient solution for longer trips.

Where to go for the long May weekend with children?

The long May weekend is also a time to rest with children. Where to go with them? Although many say you can go anywhere with children, it’s really worth taking care of the whole family’s well-being. If the children are small, city sightseeing won’t be a good idea. It won’t be pleasant for either the children or the adults. It’s better to focus on shared entertainment and rest and adjust the trip conditions to the children’s ages. With teenagers, a city break will certainly be enjoyable. With small children, it’s worth focusing on walks, spending time in nature – also on bikes, providing attractions at playgrounds or rope parks so the little ones can have fun while adults spend time together.

Use the long May weekend to rest for yourself and your loved ones, recharge your batteries, and gather strength until summer when you’ll go on your next vacation.