The Trans-Wielkopolska Cycling Route is approximately 470 km long and connects the northernmost and southernmost points of Greater Poland. The city of Poznań lies at the center of the route, with Lake Malta as the starting point of the northern and southern sections.
Northern section
The northern section of the trail leads to Szamotuły, and then via Obrzycko, Czarnków and Trzcianka to Piła. It continues through Jastrowie and Podgaje to Okonek, the northernmost town in Wielkopolska. Along the way, you can admire Baborówko Palace with its equestrian center, as well as Halszka’s Tower and Górka Castle in Szamotuły. In Piła, it’s worth visiting the Military Museum, while in Podgaje, you can see the hydroelectric power station on the Gwda River. The end of the route offers the observation tower on the Tęcławska Hill with stunning views.
Southern section
The main attraction of the southern section are the highest hills of Wielkopolska, you can come up to. This part of the trail runs through Koszuty, home to the interesting museum in Koszuty Manor House, and continues to Środa Wielkopolska, known for its historic railway operated by steam locomotives. Next, follow the trail through Żerków-Czeszewo Landscape Park to Jarocin, the legendary capital of Polish rock music. The route will also take you to Gołuchów with its Renaissance castle and Kalisz, the second largest city of Greater Poland with a historic old town and well-preserved city walls.
Cycling further south, you’ll reach Ostrów Wielkopolski, featuring the stunning wooden hunting palace in Antonin. Near the end of the section, cyclists ascend the highest point in the region, Kobyla Góra, which rises to 284 meters.
