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Zalew Zemborzycki

About

Zalew Zemborzycki, often called Lublin’s “city lake,” is a large recreational reservoir created in 1974 on the Bystrzyca River. Surrounded by forests and extensive green areas, it has long been one of the city’s favourite leisure destinations, offering space for swimming, sailing, kayaking, cycling, and relaxed walks along the shoreline. In summer the area comes alive with activity around the Słoneczny Wrotków complex, beaches, marinas, and family attractions, while in colder months it remains a peaceful retreat for nature lovers. The reservoir also plays an important role in local water management, combining recreation with practical environmental functions. Recent revitalisation efforts continue to improve paths, infrastructure, and ecological conditions, ensuring that Zalew Zemborzycki remains a welcoming escape for residents and visitors seeking fresh air and outdoor enjoyment in Lublin.

Lublin Poland
Zalew Zemborzycki
Location

Zalew Zemborzycki, a popular man-made reservoir covering over 100 hectares, is located on the southeastern outskirts of Lublin, Poland, approximately 7-8 km from the city center along ul. Zemborzycka, at coordinates 51°10′49″N 22°31′47″E. This scenic lake in the Zemborzyce area serves as a key recreational spot surrounded by forests, ideal for water sports, cycling, fishing, and family outings. Nearby attractions include Zatoka Łabędzi (Swan Bay), the Aqua Lublin water park with slides and pools, mini-golf courses, outdoor gyms, rope climbing parks in the woodland, and smooth cycle paths encircling the lake (about 13 km loop). Further spots feature the Nature Reserve Stasin, Park im. Św. Jana Pawła II, Ciuchcia w Zemborzycach mini-train, kayak rentals on the Bystrzyca River, and easy access back to central Lublin's Old Town or Majdanek Museum, blending nature escapes with urban amenities.

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