Smardzewice Beach

Kąpielisko w Smardzewicach lies on Zalew Sulejowski, an artificial reservoir on the Pilica river, in the gmina [municipality] of Tomaszów Mazowiecki. It is the only supervised bathing area on the entire reservoir, with a sandy beach and designated swimming zones.

Beach and bathing zones

The beach shoreline extends 35 metres. The bathing area has a designated zone for children, a free-entry zone and a zone with floating pontoons. The sandy shore and gentle entry to the water mean it becomes crowded in summer, particularly at weekends.

Safety and rescue services

WOPR lifeguards oversee the safety of swimmers. They have rescue boats at their disposal, and water police provide support on the water. The status of the bathing area and water quality are announced each season by sanepid [local health authority] in the GIS Bathing Area Service; it is worth checking before visiting.

Infrastructure following revitalisation

The area between the dam and the pier underwent revitalisation, during which a waterfront promenade was created. The bathing area features a pier, playground, beach sports zone with a volleyball court and an open-air gym. Visitors have access to adapted changing rooms, modern toilets, showers, litter bins and information boards.

In the area

In Smardzewice itself, a few minutes from the beach, lies Ośrodek Hodowli Żubrów, one of the places where you can see bison up close.

In Tomaszów Mazowiecki, on the other side of the reservoir, it is worth planning a visit to Rezerwat Przyrody Niebieskie Źródła, known for its characteristic blue water colour.

Near the reserve lie also Groty Nagórzyckie, former sandstone quarries, now open to visitors.

Practical information

• Address: Klonowa 2, 97-200 Tomaszów Mazowiecki, Smardzewice
• Getting there: to Zalew Sulejowski from the Tomaszów Mazowiecki side; the bathing area is located by the reservoir dam
• What to expect: sandy beach, zones for children and non-swimmers, WOPR lifeguards, sanitary facilities and a waterfront promenade