Masurian Lake District

Masuria is Poland's summer holiday heartland. The region has thousands of lakes, many of them linked, so you can sail, canoe or take a small ferry from one town to the next, with forests and fields all around. The lakeside town of Mikołajki is a favourite base. Think slow, green and peaceful, perfect for a week of fresh air.

Talking points

• The lakes are linked by canals, making sailing and kayaking trips easy.
• Mikołajki is one of the best-known lakeside bases.