Szczytno - Szczytno

Szczytno (German: Ortelsburg) is a historical place in the voivodeship Warmia-Masuria on the Masurian Lake District, between the Allenstein Lake District and the Sensburger Lake District. The place is most popular for its marina Big house lake known. In the place are the restored remains of a brick Gothic order castle.

getting there

The place is on the road from Olsztyn to Ruciane-Nida. The international one is on the outskirts Olsztyn Airport.

background

Szczytno lies between two lakes. Every year in July, a knight tournament takes place in the ruins of the former knights' castle. There is a Masurian Museum in the tower of the town hall. There is an international airport near the city.

mobility

You can get around the place on foot.

Tourist Attractions

You can visit a beautiful old town here.

activities

Water sports, hiking, cycling and horse riding are popular. Several marked hiking, cycling and waterways lead through the village. There are also lakes in the urban area.

shop

There are small souvenirs to buy. Otherwise it is better to shop in the surrounding cities. A visit is worthwhile for shopping Olsztyns.

nightlife

Olsztyn is worth a visit here.

accommodation

Hotels and private pensions are available.

trips

• Olsztyn
• Ruciane-Nida
• Kętrzyn
• Mrągowo
• Ryn
• Pisz
• Mikołajki
• Giżycko

literature

See article too Poland.

Web links

• http://www.e-szczytno.eu - Szczytno official website