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Biebrza National Park Adventures

Biebrza National Park is Poland’s largest national park, famed for its pristine wetlands and rich biodiversity, offering exceptional opportunities for birdwatching, hiking, and experiencing untouched natural marshlands.

146,000
Acres Protected
50
Miles of Trails
70,000
Annual Visitors
1993
Year Established

About Biebrza National Park

 

Established in 1993, Biebrza National Park encompasses over 59,000 hectares of the Biebrza River valley in northeastern Poland, making it the largest national park in the country. The park’s landscape is dominated by vast, unregulated marshes, peat bogs, and river floodplains that create one of Europe’s last extensive natural wetland ecosystems. Its geography is characterized by winding river channels, sedge beds, reed marshes, and forested islands, providing unique habitats for a wide variety of plant and animal species. The park is internationally renowned as a vital refuge for numerous bird species, including rare and endangered birds such as the aquatic warbler, black stork, and the greater spotted eagle. Aside from birdwatching, visitors can enjoy canoe trips along quiet rivers, hiking on marked trails through diverse habitats, and cycling along well-maintained paths. Biebrza’s historical significance is tied to its centuries-old marshland management traditions and the vital ecological role the wetlands play in flood control and biodiversity conservation. Key landmarks include the Red Marsh Nature Reserve and several bird observation towers strategically placed for optimal wildlife viewing. The park’s remote and tranquil environment appeals to nature lovers, photographers, and researchers seeking to experience one of Europe’s most intact lowland marsh ecosystems.

Highlights

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Extensive unspoiled wetlands along the Biebrza River

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Habitat for the rare and elusive aquatic warbler

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Scenic canoe routes through tranquil marshes

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Bird observation towers offering panoramic views of wildlife

Notable Natural Features

Red Marsh (Czerwone Bagno) Nature Reserve

A pristine sub-bog area renowned for its unique flora and as a prime habitat for endangered bird species.

Biebrza River Valley

The park’s core feature, this wide, meandering floodplain river supports diverse aquatic and marsh ecosystems.

Bird Observation Towers

Strategically placed wooden towers providing excellent vantage points to observe rare birds without disturbing them.