Augustów Canal
Аўгустоўскі канал
An outstanding 19th-century hydraulic engineering marvel, the Augustów Canal connects 11 rivers and seven lakes across Poland and Belarus, offering active recreation and unique natural beauty.

📜 Outstanding 19th-century hydraulic engineering installation.
🔍 Connects Vistula and Neman river basins, linking Black Sea to Baltic.

Why Go

🌊 Scenic cruises and boat tours
🛶 Kayaking and canoeing
🚶‍♀️ Hiking and biking trails through virgin forest
🎣 Fishing for trout and grayling
🌳 Explore Grodnenskaya Pushcha reserve

Why Avoid

🛂 Border crossing for boats/kayaks only at specific points, check regulations.

Tips

🗓️ Annual Augustow Canal in the Culture of Three Nations festival in August.
🛥️ Motor ship Neman leaves from Dombrovka sluice, book in advance for groups.
🗺️ GPS navigation pilot services available for safe navigation.

Hours

🕒 Daily, tours available on schedule, especially on weekends.

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