Wolf Trail stage 1

The first stage of the Wolf Trail leads from the Hel peninsula to Świnoujście (Swinemünde) - an extensive coastal trail that almost never loses sight of the Baltic Sea for many days. The consistently flat profile is characteristic: hardly any climbs, but long, rhythmic distances. This regularity gives the stage its special character. As early as Hel, wide beaches, loose pine forests and open dune landscapes meet and form a peaceful introduction to the following sections of the day.

Along the way, the landscape changes subtly without ever losing its basic tone: quiet forest passages with a resinous scent, natural beaches with fine, light-colored sand, small coastal towns with a seaside resort atmosphere. A striking highlight right at the beginning is the Slowinski National Park, whose famous shifting sand dunes push over the coast like a bright wave and create an impressive, almost unreal scenery. The traditional spa towns along the route - such as Leba, Kolberg and Misdroy - also set the tone between nature and culture.

The overall impression of this stage is one of vastness and tranquillity. The constant sound of the Baltic Sea, the open sky and the often clear view over the water and beach create a steady, almost meditative hiking experience. The route is particularly suitable for anyone who wants to walk for many days at a stretch without any significant inclines, who appreciates a reliable walking pace and who is absorbed by the vastness of the coastal landscapes.