Explore Polish Regions: Complete Guide to 16 Voivodeships

Discover Poland by Region: Cities, Nature and UNESCO Sites

Poland is divided into 16 voivodeships (regions), from Baltic Sea coast and Masurian lakes to Tatra Mountains and medieval cities like Kraków or Gdańsk. This page helps you explore Polish regions, compare them side by side and choose the best areas for your trip.

Choose a region below to start exploring Poland’s hidden gems and iconic destinations:

If you prefer to plan by theme instead of geography, start with our guides to UNESCO sites in Poland, underground attractions or Baltic Sea coast.

🏔️ Southern Poland

Lesser Poland (Małopolskie)

Kraków’s royal heritage, Tatra Mountains, Zakopane resort, Wieliczka Salt Mine, medieval Kazimierz Dolny, and multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Silesia (Śląskie)

Industrial heritage museums, Katowice culture, mountain resorts, medieval castles, Tarnowskie Góry UNESCO silver mine, and vibrant urban revival.

Subcarpathia (Podkarpackie)

Bieszczady wilderness, wooden tserkvas (UNESCO), Przemyśl fortress, Łańcut Palace, traditional Lemko culture, and pristine mountain hiking.

🏛️ Central Poland

Masovia (Mazowieckie)

Warsaw’s Old Town (UNESCO), Wilanów Palace, Kampinos National Park, Żelazowa Wola (Chopin’s birthplace), and royal Czersk Castle.

Łódź Region (Łódzkie)

Multicultural Łódź industrial architecture, Piotrków Trybunalski medieval town, Spała Forest, and unique textile heritage sites.

Świętokrzyskie

Holy Cross Mountains, Kielce Museum, medieval Chęciny Castle, unique geological formations, and ancient pilgrimage routes.

🌊 Northern Poland

Pomerania (Pomorskie)

Gdańsk Hanseatic architecture, Malbork Castle (UNESCO), Hel Peninsula beaches, Sopot resort, Słowiński dunes (UNESCO biosphere), and Baltic coast.

West Pomerania (Zachodniopomorskie)

Szczecin Gothic architecture, Świnoujście beaches, Wolin National Park, Kołobrzeg spa town, and pristine coastal nature.

Warmia-Masuria (Warmińsko-Mazurskie)

Mazurian Lake District (2,000+ lakes), Frombork Cathedral (Copernicus), Grunwald battlefield, wolf forest sanctuary, and water sports paradise.

Kuyavia-Pomerania (Kujawsko-Pomorskie)

Toruń medieval Gothic (UNESCO), Chełmno Teutonic town, Bydgoszcz Mill Island, Golub-Dobrzyń Castle, and gingerbread heritage.

🌲 Eastern Poland

Lublin Region (Lubelskie)

Lublin Renaissance architecture, Zamość (UNESCO ideal city), Kazimierz Dolny artists’ haven, Majdanek memorial, and multicultural heritage.

Podlaskie

Białowieża Primeval Forest (UNESCO), European bison reserve, Tykocin synagogue, Grabarka Orthodox pilgrimage, and pristine wilderness.

🏰 Western Poland

Greater Poland (Wielkopolskie)

Poznań birthplace of Poland, Gniezno Cathedral, Kórnik Castle, Rogalin Palace, Wielkopolska National Park, and Polish statehood sites.

Lower Silesia (Dolnośląskie)

Wrocław dwarfs and islands, Książ Castle, Kłodzko Fortress, Karkonosze Mountains, Śnieżka peak, and Sudetes spa towns.

Lubusz (Lubuskie)

Zielona Góra wine region, Łagów lakeside resort, medieval Krosno Odrzańskie, and Oder River valley nature.

Opole (Opolskie)

Paczków “Polish Carcassonne” walls, Opole Silesia heritage, Moszna Castle, Góra Świętej Anny pilgrimage, and Upper Silesian culture.

🗺️ Not Sure Where to Go?

Explore by Interest

Looking for specific experiences? Browse our themed collections:

📍 Interactive Map of Polish Regions and Places

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Explore Poland visually with our interactive map showing all destinations, filterable by region and theme.

🎒 Start Exploring

Click any region above to discover detailed guides for every destination including:

✅ Top attractions with opening hours
✅ How to get there (car, train, bus)
✅ Where to eat and stay
✅ Budget estimates
✅ Best time to visit
✅ Local tips

Ready for adventure? Choose your region and let’s explore Poland! 🇵🇱