The very tip of the 35 km peninsula, with sea on both sides, fortifications and the lighthouse area.
Hel sits at the tip of the Hel Peninsula in Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland, a 35 km sand bar that is over 3 km wide at the tip. The cape offers Baltic horizons, sand and pine and 20th-century fortifications. Some fortifications are open to visitors, while military areas must not be entered or photographed. A tripod and neutral density filters allow long exposures of the sea. Winds are strong and constant.
| Best time | Sunrise or blue hour |
|---|---|
| Best season | May-September |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Hel town, 84-150 Hel, Poland |
Shooting notes
- Equipment
- Wide-angle lens, 70-200 mm, tripod, ND filters
Location
Hel town, 84-150 Hel, Poland
54.6080, 18.8000 View on map
Highlights
- Tip of the peninsula
- Baltic sea on both sides
- Fortifications open to visitors
Tips for visiting
- Do not photograph or enter military areas.
- Use a sturdy tripod in strong wind.
- Visit at sunrise to avoid day-trip crowds.
When to visit
May to September for long days; autumn for dramatic skies.
Accessibility
Hel town streets are paved; beach paths are sandy.
Frequently asked questions
How wide is the peninsula at the tip?
Over 3 km.
Can fortifications be photographed?
Open fortifications can be; restricted military areas cannot be entered.