Velo Baltica
international cycle route through Darłowo
Part of the EuroVelo 10 route (Baltic Sea Cycle Route) — over 9,000 km around the Baltic. The Polish section passes through 7 seaside towns, including Darłowo.
🗺️ The route through Darłowo
Section Darłowo → Darłowo → Ustka · ~40 km · 3–5 hours of calm riding
📍 Stages near Darłowo
Dąbki → Darłowo
Leaving Darłowo along the coast. Pass the Darłówko fishing port and enter a pine forest. First rest in Wicie — beach and a small restaurant.
Darłowo → Darłówko
A scenic stretch with views of the sea and the coastal dunes. In Dąbki it is worth stopping at the promenade with its restaurants and bars. Arrival in Darłowo — a stop by the lighthouse in Darłówko.
Darłowo — overnight stop
Darłowo is the ideal place for an overnight stay during a two-day Velo Baltica ride. Check accommodation with discounts for cyclists (ask at the venue).
Darłowo → Wicie → Ustka
Along the seaside route, passing Lake Kopań and coastal villages. The final stretch to Ustka — a larger town with a station, marinas and attractions.
🎡 Worth seeing along the way
Darłowo Lighthouse
The lighthouse in Darłówko at the entrance to the port — entrance and a viewing terrace.
Beach and pier
The drawbridge over the port canal, a wide family beach and the seaside promenade in Darłówko.
Fishing port
Cutters, fresh local fish for lunch, old port atmosphere.
Lake Bukowo
One of Pomerania's largest coastal lakes — a windsurfers' paradise, with a cycle path around it.
Sliding bridge in Darłówko
Poland's only sliding bridge over the Wieprza — it links eastern and western Darłówko and opens for passing yachts.
Coastal viewpoints
Viewpoints, photo locations, sunsets.
🌟 Recommended for cyclists
Accommodation and restaurants on the Velo Baltica route in Darłowo
U Heni
Pensjonat / kwatera w Darłowo — wpis z otwartych danych OpenStreetMap (niezweryfikowany).
Porto Mare
Pensjonat / kwatera w Darłowo — wpis z otwartych danych OpenStreetMap (niezweryfikowany).
Bursztynek
Domek letniskowy w Darłowo — wpis z otwartych danych OpenStreetMap (niezweryfikowany).
Anetta
Pensjonat / kwatera w Darłowo — wpis z otwartych danych OpenStreetMap (niezweryfikowany).
Dworek Kopań
Pensjonat / kwatera w Darłowo — wpis z otwartych danych OpenStreetMap (niezweryfikowany).
Turkusowe Zacisze
Turkusowe Zacisze w Darłówku — spokojna kwatera na nocleg nad morzem, blisko plaży i promenady.
🛠️ Practical tips
In summer the prevailing wind is from the west — it is easier to ride from Darłowo to Ustka (with the wind at your back) than the other way.
90% of the route is asphalt or paved paths. Short dirt sections in the forest — a trekking bike is enough.
In Darłowo and Dąbki: grocery shops, eateries and restaurants. None in between — bring water.
Nearest stations: Sławno (15 km) or Ustka (18 km). Bike on a regional train — bike ticket ~9 PLN.
Best season: May to September. Check the forecast and sea conditions before you set off.
Download Komoot or OsmAnd with the EV10 route. The route is marked with green signs bearing the letter "R-10".
Planning to ride through Darłowo?
Book accommodation or stop for lunch at one of the recommended restaurants.
🛏️ Accommodation in Darłowo 🍽️ Where to eat