Lakes around Morawica, situated in Poland's Świętokrzyskie province, offer various recreational opportunities. The region features several artificial reservoirs and lagoons that serve as popular destinations, particularly during warmer months. These bodies of water provide settings for outdoor activities and relaxation. The landscape is characterized by these man-made lakes, often surrounded by natural areas.
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Further on, right next to the trail, there is an inactive quarry on Leśna Góra in Starochęciny The quarry in Starochciny and some of the greatest tourist attractions of the Świętokrzyskie province: modern solutions and respect for history, i.e. the Leonardo da Vinci Science Centre and the Chęciny Starosts' Court, the majestic Royal Castle in Chęciny towering over the city
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The former water mill in Bieleckie Młyny, and the trail turns left before the mill and the bridge over Czarna Nida and leads towards the Morawica Reservoir. From here it is not far to the Świętokrzyska Calvary and the ruins of the Oraczewski chapel and the former water mill in Morawica. Nearby, in the historic manor park with an outbuilding built in 1858, you can contemplate the beauty of nature and catch your breath before continuing your hike, which through Brzeziny, next to the late Renaissance, historic church and Nida, including the peak of Mount Hoża (Hosa), leads to the Chęciny commune, located in the Chęcińsko-Kielce Landscape Park. At 37.4 km of the trail, we will reach the Lipowica Reservoir - once forgotten, today it is a recreational place with educational and natural values, with bicycle, walking and educational paths, as well as viewing terraces.
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Further along the trail, you can see the remains of Mieczysław Drewicz's manor house, which was a partisan outpost during World War II. In its vicinity and in the area of Wydrzysz, a number of bunkers were built, which until almost the end of the war served as storage and supply facilities for underground organizations. At 17.8 km of the trail, from the mountain without a name (256.9 m above sea level), there is a beautiful view of the Czarna Nida valley and the Świętokrzyskie Mountains in the distance. Going further, you pass the inactive Łabędziów quarry,
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Green hiking trail Daleszyce - Chęciny, a whole 45 km of adventure. The trail starts just behind the market square in Daleszyce, runs through the Daleszyce Range, near the Słopiec Reserve, which includes protected natural peat bogs and sites of many rare plants, passes an inactive Paleozoic limestone quarry with several-meter-high rock walls and beautiful stromatoporoids and the Borków reservoir, runs all the way to the forest growing on the Szczecniański Ridge, where it crosses the borders of the Morawica commune and at the same time the border between the buffer zone of the Cisowsko-Orłowiński Landscape Park and the Chmielnicko-Szydłowski Protected Landscape Area. Walking along the forest wall, from a distance we will notice the buildings of Radomice II and beautiful autumn landscapes of fields and meadows. Deviating from the trail for a moment towards the forest at 12.2 km, we can reach one of many geological attractions. This is the Devil's Stone - a rocky outcrop made of Devonian sandstone with an interesting structure. Legend has it that the devil planned to throw this boulder on the church in Lisów, but when the church bells rang, he dropped it and it has remained there to this day.
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The reservoir built in 1976[3] has an area of 35.70 hectares and a volume of 685.6 thousand m³ (normal water level). At normal water level, the water surface is at a height of 245.5 m above sea level, and at winter water level, at a height of 245.0 m above sea level. The greatest depth of the reservoir is over four meters, with an average depth of two meters. The reservoir has two islands
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Zalew Borków is a nice place to relax, easy access and parking
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Borków is largely covered with aquatic vegetation and requires annual mowing. Its waters are inhabited by roach, carp, grass carp, tench, perch, pike and rudd.
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The region around Morawica, situated in Poland's Świętokrzyskie province, features various artificial reservoirs and lagoons. These include popular recreational spots like Sielpia Reservoir, Cedzyna Lagoon, and Kaniów Lagoon, as well as unique former quarries transformed into lakes, such as Kamionka Lake and the Biesak-Białogon Nature Reserve Pond.
For families, the Sielpia Reservoir (Zalew Sielpia) is highly recommended, often called 'Świętokrzyska Ibiza,' offering swimming, pedal boating, kayaking, and various catering facilities. Zalew Borków is another great option, known for its relaxation opportunities and easy access. The Podzamecki Pond in Stanisław Staszic City Park in Kielce also provides a beautiful, family-friendly setting for walks and relaxation.
Yes, several lakes offer excellent opportunities for swimming and water sports. Sielpia Reservoir is a major resort where you can enjoy swimming, pedal boating, kayaking, and even motorboating or wakeboarding. Cedzyna Lagoon is also a very popular spot for sunbathing and swimming, especially among Kielce residents. Kaniów Lagoon is known for wakeboarding and reputedly has some of the cleanest water in the province.
The Biesak-Białogon Nature Reserve Pond is notable for its geological significance, showcasing Cambrian and Ordovician rock formations, including fossilized deposits over 500 million years old. Kamionka Lake, a former quarry, also features interesting geological aspects like bentonite deposits, indicating ancient volcanic activity.
Beyond water activities, the area offers various outdoor pursuits. You can find numerous cycling routes, including options for touring bicycles and road cycling. For example, there are routes like the 'Beautiful Long Cycling Path – Beach Bar at the Borków Reservoir loop' or the 'Uphill Road to Chęciny Castle loop.' Running trails are also available, such as the '13th Classic Running Route loop.' You can explore more routes in the Cycling around Morawica, Road Cycling Routes around Morawica, and Running Trails around Morawica guides.
Yes, many of the lakes offer easy access and paths suitable for walks. Zalew Borków is known for its relaxation opportunities and easy access. The Cedzyna Reservoir Lakeside Path is a great option, partially paved and popular for Nordic walking. The Podzamecki Pond in Stanisław Staszic City Park also provides a pleasant area for leisurely strolls.
The artificial reservoirs and lagoons in the Świętokrzyskie province, including those near Morawica, are particularly popular during the warmer months. Summer is ideal for water-based recreation, sunbathing, and enjoying the outdoor facilities. However, the natural reserve areas and former quarries can be visited year-round for their scenic beauty and geological interest.
Yes, especially around the more popular recreational lakes. Sielpia Reservoir, for instance, offers a wide range of catering facilities due to its status as a significant resort. Cedzyna Lagoon also has amenities nearby to cater to visitors.
The lakes in the Świętokrzyskie province, including those near Morawica, are predominantly artificial reservoirs and lagoons. They are unique in how they've been developed into recreational hubs, often likened to seaside resorts, despite being inland. Additionally, some, like Biesak-Białogon Nature Reserve Pond and Kamionka Lake, are former quarries that now offer a blend of natural beauty and geological history.
Many of the lakes offer scenic views. Zalew Borków provides a nice place to relax and enjoy the scenery. Kamionka Lake is particularly known for its reflective surface, with spruce and pine trees creating a mysterious atmosphere, ideal for photography. The Cedzyna Reservoir Lakeside Path also offers beautiful views along the water.
While not explicitly detailed for birdwatching, nature reserves like the Biesak-Białogon Nature Reserve Pond and other less developed lagoons, such as Wilków Lagoon, which is overshadowed by Łysica, the highest peak of the Świętokrzyskie Mountains, would likely offer opportunities for observing local birdlife due to their natural settings.


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