The loop around Malta Lake is one of the most popular running routes in Poznań. The lake is located just east of the main Jana Pawła II Rd., about 2 km east of Old Town. There’s a paved multi-use path around the lake, with great water views the whole way. It’s a festive scene in good weather, with lots of folks on the paths and boats in the lake.
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Add-On: Take a loop around Millennium Park (Park Tysiąclecia), off the north side of the lake path. 2-3 km of paths around a nice mix of open & shaded landscape. Good access from the Thermal Baths area at the eastern end, or from near the wTataraku restaurant at the western end.
Pro Tip: Take a post-run dip in the thermal baths, located at the southeastern end of the lake.
The loop around Malta Lake is one of the most popular running routes in Poznań. The lake is located just east of the main Jana Pawła II Rd., about 2 km east of Old Town. There’s a paved multi-use path around the lake, with great water views the whole way. It’s a festive scene in good weather, with lots of folks on the paths and boats in the lake.
Google Street View
Add-On: Take a loop around Millennium Park (Park Tysiąclecia), off the north side of the lake path. 2-3 km of paths around a nice mix of open & shaded landscape. Good access from the Thermal Baths area at the eastern end, or from near the wTataraku restaurant at the western end.
Pro Tip: Take a post-run dip in the thermal baths, located at the southeastern end of the lake.
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Essentials
5.4 km (3.4 miles) loop
27m (91 feet)
Park Maltanski at western end, or other access points
From the town center, good access to the lake using the Saint Roch Bridge (Most Świętego Rocha)
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Essentials
5.4 km (3.4 miles) loop
27m (91 feet)
Park Maltanski at western end, or other access points
From the town center, good access to the lake using the Saint Roch Bridge (Most Świętego Rocha)
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