The Pomeranian Voivodeship (Pomorskie) is Poland's Baltic coast region, centred on the Tricity of Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. It combines Gdańsk's rebuilt Hanseatic Main Town, the Teutonic fortress of Malbork, the sandy Hel Peninsula, the moving dunes of Słowiński National Park and the lake-studded villages of Kashubia and Kociewie.
Top beaches
A ranked editor’s shortlist of the coastline worth planning a day around in Pomeranian.
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- lively, social resort-town promenade with pier and beach bars
- wooden pier of about 511.5 m
- promenade with cafes and bars
- toilets
- beach bars
- SKM station about a 10-minute walk
Sopot Beach and Pier
Editor’s tip. Arrive before about 10:00 on July and August weekends to claim space and find parking
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- relaxed local city beach with a green seafront park
- pier
- seafront park
- beach bars
- supervised bathing area in season (official bathing spots listed by the Gdansk sanitary inspectorate)
Brzezno Beach
Editor’s tip. Check Jakdojade for the current ZTM tram or bus line from central Gdansk
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- family-friendly, calmer residential seafront
- seafront promenade
- beach bars and cafes
- supervised bathing area in season
- coastal path toward Sopot
Jelitkowo Beach
Editor’s tip. Arrive in the morning on summer weekends to avoid crowds and find parking
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- scenic, quieter cliff-backed beach with forest walks
- wooden pier
- cliffside nature reserve (Kepa Redlowska)
- cafes near the pier
- SKM station nearby
Gdynia Orlowo Beach
Editor’s tip. Arrive early on summer weekends because nearby parking fills quickly
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- relaxed peninsula resort with sheltered bay and open sea sides
- beaches on both the Baltic and Bay of Puck sides
- seal sanctuary nearby
- cafes and fish bars
- railway station and port
Hel Beaches
Editor’s tip. Take the Polregio train from Gdynia to avoid summer traffic on DW215
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- active water-sports resort, relaxed and windy
- railway station
- bay-side water-sports centres
- campsites and guesthouses
- restaurants and fish bars
Jastarnia Beaches
Editor’s tip. Take the Polregio train from Gdynia to skip DW215 summer traffic
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- busy, friendly family resort beside a working port
- promenade and port
- Walk of Fame of sports stars
- cafes and bars
- railway station on the Hel line
Wladyslawowo Beach
Editor’s tip. Arrive early in July and August to find parking and space on the sand
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- wide, windswept beach beside dunes and national park
- beach bars and kiosks
- railway and bus links via Lebork
- access to the moving dunes and Slowinski National Park trails
- guesthouses and campsites
Leba Beach
Editor’s tip. Check seasonal train timetables to Leba, as summer services differ from the rest of the year
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- traditional family seaside resort beside a working fishing port
- promenade
- lighthouse and port
- beach bars
- Polregio trains via Slupsk
Ustka Beach
Editor’s tip. Check Polregio times from Slupsk, especially in the evening and off-season
Beaches by vibe
Pick by the mood you want — quiet, social, family, or active — and we point you at where that style lives along the coast.
Relax
Quiet & peaceful
Kepa Redlowska under the Orlowo cliff, the Bay of Puck side of the Hel Peninsula and Slowinski National Park beaches
Family
Family-friendly
Sopot beach and pier, Jelitkowo, and the shallow bay-side beaches at Jastarnia
Sport
Active & sporty
Jastarnia and Hel bay side for windsurfing and kitesurfing; Leba dunes for hiking
Social
Lively scene
Sopot Monte Cassino street and pier, plus the Wladyslawowo promenade
Things to do at the beach
Beyond swimming and sunbathing — the activities that make a coastal day in Pomeranian memorable.
Kitesurfing and windsurfing
Shallow, wind-exposed Bay of Puck beaches on the Hel Peninsula host water-sports schools and gear rental
Jastarnia Beaches, Hel Beaches
Dune hiking
Walks to the moving dunes of the Slowinski National Park from Leba
Leba Beach
Pier strolls
Walks on Sopot's wooden pier (about 511.5 m) and the Orlowo pier
Sopot Beach and Pier, Gdynia Orlowo Beach
Seal watching
The Fokarium in Hel keeps grey and harbour seals with daily feeding talks
Hel Beaches
Practical beach info
What to know before you head to the coast — season, getting there, facilities, and what it costs.
Best season
Swimming is practical from late June to the end of August; Gdansk's official bathing spots in 2026 planned to open 1 July to 30 August. Beach walking is pleasant from May to September.
Getting there
SKM serves Sopot and Gdynia Orlowo; ZTM trams and buses reach Brzezno and Jelitkowo; Polregio trains and seasonal boats run to the Hel Peninsula; Leba needs a change at Lebork or Gdynia and has seasonal trains
On-beach facilities
Piers and promenades at Sopot, Brzezno, Orlowo and Hel; supervised bathing areas at the official Gdansk bathing spots in season; toilets and beach bars seasonal
Costs to budget
Beaches are free; Sopot pier requires a ticket (price not confirmed); parking in Hel and Sopot is paid in season; Fokarium ticket 25 PLN ($6.60) or 20 PLN ($5.30) reduced; water-sports lessons priced by operator
What to bring
A short packing list for a comfortable beach day — adjust for season and the specific spot.
- Sun protectionHigh-SPF sunscreen, hat, polarised sunglasses, light long-sleeve cover-up.
- HydrationReusable bottle, salty snacks for longer days, electrolyte sachets if it’s hot.
- FootwearWater shoes for pebble or rocky entry, flip-flops for sand, dry pair for the trip home.
- Swim & coverQuick-dry towel or sand-resistant mat, change of swimwear, light cover-up for restaurants.
- Cash & valuablesSmall notes for beach clubs and rentals; waterproof pouch for phone, keys, cards.
- ExtrasReef-safe sunscreen near protected coastline, a book, a small first-aid kit for jellyfish or scrapes.
Beach safety
Hard-earned guidance — read this before you swim, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the coast.
Critical
Swim where lifeguards are posted and follow flag warnings — green is safe, yellow is caution, red means no swimming. Rip currents are the leading beach hazard worldwide.
Caution
Watch for tide changes and marine life — jellyfish blooms, sea urchins on rocky entries, occasional shark or stingray advisories. Don’t swim alone, especially at dawn or dusk.
Tip
Reapply sunscreen every 90 minutes and after every swim. Take shade between 11 am and 3 pm — the sun is harsher than people expect, even when the air is cool.
Practical
Keep valuables out of sight or back at the accommodation. Beach theft is a small-but-real risk at busy beaches; never leave bags unattended while you’re in the water.
Common questions
Quick answers to the questions we get asked most about Pomeranian’s coast.
Is there an entry fee for Sopot Beach?
Beach access is free. A ticket is required only to walk on the wooden pier, and the 2026 price has not been confirmed.
From the Sopot Beach and Pier editorial.
How do visitors get to Sopot Beach from Gdansk?
The SKM commuter train runs to Sopot station, followed by a walk of about 10 minutes down Monte Cassino street to the pier.
From the Sopot Beach and Pier editorial.
Is Brzezno Beach free to enter?
Yes. Access to the beach and seafront park is free.
From the Brzezno Beach editorial.
How far is Brzezno Beach from Gdansk centre?
It is about 7 km north-east of the centre, reachable by ZTM tram or bus.
From the Brzezno Beach editorial.
How do visitors reach Jelitkowo Beach?
ZTM trams run from central Gdansk toward Jelitkowo, or visitors can take the SKM to Gdansk Zaspa or Oliwa and connect by bus.
From the Jelitkowo Beach editorial.
Can visitors walk from Jelitkowo to Sopot?
Yes. A coastal path connects the two, and it is flat and suited to walking or cycling.
From the Jelitkowo Beach editorial.
How do visitors get to Orlowo Beach?
Take the SKM to Gdynia Orlowo station, then walk a short distance to the pier and beach.
From the Gdynia Orlowo Beach editorial.
Is the beach sandy?
It is a mix of sand and shingle beneath a wooded cliff.
From the Gdynia Orlowo Beach editorial.