Set in the center of the lovely Great Mazurian Lake District 110 mi/175 km north of Warsaw, picturesque Mikolajki, Poland, affords many opportunities for camping and invigorating hikes in the surrounding forests.
May-September, lake boats depart the town dock for scenic day cruises to Gizycko and Ruciane-Nida. Visitors can then return to Mikolajki by rail. It's best to visit in summer, although the area is teeming with tourists.
North of Mikolajki, near Ketrzyn, are the remains of Hitler's headquarters known as the Wolf's Lair at Gierloz. A simple hotel, cafe and campground are nearby.
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