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Wroclaw is a city with rich history and beautiful architecture. You can explore it for a long time and with pleasure, but if you want to take a break from the hustle and change the atmoshpere, you can go to the nearest surroundings, especially since they are exceptionally beautiful. If you’re looking for best day trips from Wroclaw, here are some interesting places.

Best day trips from Wroclaw: Swidnica

The main attraction not only of Swidnica, but of the whole of Silesia is the Lutheran Church of Peace. The building, which is the largest baroque stave church, is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It also includes the Church of Peace located in the town of Jawor. The distance between them is about 35 kilometers, so these two places can be visited in one day.

Swidnica
Swidnica. Photo: Kateryna Baiduzha, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Swidnica
Swidnica. Photo: Wisniowy, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Swidnica
Swidnica. Photo: Jar.ciurus, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)
Swidnica
Swidnica. Photo: Sławomir Milejski, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)
Swidnica
Swidnica. Photo: Barbara Maliszewska, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)

Czocha Castle

The majestic medieval Czocha Castle is considered one of the most haunted places in Poland. Its dungeon has about 30 strange corridors, and no one really knows what they were built for. They say that on the territory you can see the ghosts of the White Lady, pilgrims and unfaithful wives.

Czocha Castle
Czocha Castle. Photo: pxhere (CC0 1.0)
Czocha Castle
Czocha Castle. Photo: MARELBU, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)
Czocha Castle
Czocha Castle. Photo: Scotch Mist, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Best day trips from Wroclaw: Ksiąz Castle

A visit to one of the largest and most beautiful castles in Poland is perhaps the best day trip from Wroclaw. Ksiaz, perched on a hill in Lower Silesia, is surrounded by forest, and it is difficult to find a place that would be more mesmerizing. If you like legends and fairy tales, you will definitely enjoy this place!

Ksiąz Castle
Ksiąz Castle. Photo: Drozdp 20:17, 5 May 2006 (UTC), via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Ksiąz Castle
Ksiąz Castle. Photo: Paweł Marynowski, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Ksiąz Castle
Ksiąz Castle. Photo: Paweł Marynowski, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Mietkowski Lake

Just 35 kilometers from Wroclaw is another place where you can relax in nature. Mietkowski Lake is one of the largest reservoirs in Lower Silesia. Here you can escape from the heat on a summer day, and outdoor enthusiasts will certainly like the local hiking trails.

Mietkowski Lake
Mietkowski Lake. Photo: Tulbanov, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)
Mietkowski Lake
Mietkowski Lake. Photo: Janusz Krzeszowski, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)

Best day trips from Wroclaw: Miedzianka

Miedzianka in Lower Silesia is one of the best places for a day trip from Wroclaw. It is a place of a complete idyll, so this is a great opportunity to enjoy non-tourist Poland, take a walk along the paved streets lined with cozy old houses.

Miedzianka
Miedzianka. Photo: Danuta B. / fotopolska.eu, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Miedzianka
Miedzianka. Photo: Takasamarasa, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)
Miedzianka
Miedzianka. Photo: Danuta B. / fotopolska.eu, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Kłodzko

Another not very famous, but no less beautiful area in Lower Silesia is a town of Kłodzko. Stroll through the lush countryside with atmospheric medieval buildings, a paper mill and gardens. This place is perfect for those who just want to relax in the countryside without many attractions.

Kłodzko
Kłodzko. Photo: Jacek Halicki, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)
Kłodzko
Kłodzko. Photo: Jacek Halicki, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)
Kłodzko
Kłodzko. Photo: Jędrycha, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)

Best day trips from Wroclaw: Moszna castle

The castle in Moszna is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. For its appearance, it is called the Polish castle of Harry Potter, and it really looks like it has stepped out of the pages of a fairy tale!

Moszna castle
Moszna castle. Photo: © Topvoyager
Moszna castle
Moszna castle. Photo: © Topvoyager
Moszna castle
Moszna castle. Photo: © Topvoyager

Bolków Castle

The turbulent history of Bolków Castle began in the distant 13th century. For more than a hundred years it was owned by the royal Piast dynasty. The castle survived many sieges and reconstructions. For several centuries it was abandoned, but today, thanks to enthusiasts, it is a fairly visited attraction in Poland.

Bolków Castle
Bolków Castle. Photo: Jacek Halicki, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)
Bolków Castle
Bolków Castle. Photo: Krzysiu “Jarzyna” Szymański, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.5)
Bolków Castle
Bolków Castle. Photo: Barbara Maliszewska, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0 PL)

Best day trips from Wroclaw: Adrspach (Czech Republic)

Huge stone formations await you in the nature reserve of the Czech city of Adrspach. This wonderful park has many majestic waterfalls, observation decks with breathtaking views and hiking trails. All this is surrounded with stunning nature.

Adrspach
Adrspach. Photo: Ess Threefive, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Adrspach
Adrspach. Photo: Modris Putns, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Adrspach
Adrspach. Photo: Scotch Mist, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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