During the summer, crowds flock to the seaside. In winter, the Polish Baltic Sea is not necessarily a popular choice for tourists. But is that justified? Why is it worth going to the seaside in winter, and why should you spend your winter holidays in Gdynia in 2024?

A winter trip to the seaside is definitely chosen by people who value peace, lower prices, and clean air. So, if strolls on the beach and breathing in iodine-rich air appeal to you, consider booking accommodation for your winter holidays in Gdynia today.

Is it worth going to the seaside in winter?

Staying by the sea in winter is recommended, especially for those who want to boost their immunity. Between November and March, the air by the sea is most saturated with iodine, a chemical element essential for the proper functioning of the human body, including the thyroid. The thyroid produces hormones that control many metabolic processes in the body. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), iodine deficiency is a global problem that can affect over two billion people, including 300 million children. The effects of iodine deficiency can include impaired memory and concentration. It’s worth remembering that about 75% of iodine is taken up by the thyroid gland. Iodine is, of course, obtained through a balanced diet, but spending time by the sea in winter or in a salt cave is the best way to supplement this element in your body.

Of course, it’s not only health benefits that make it worthwhile to go to the seaside in winter. Typically, there are fewer tourists in the winter, which means lower prices at restaurants and shorter lines for various attractions you can visit.

Gdynia, where to go to the seaside in winter?

If you’re planning a winter seaside holiday, we strongly recommend staying in Gdynia for an extended period. Gdynia is not only a city with a wide range of cultural offerings but can also serve as a base for exploring Sopot and Gdańsk. Sopot even has its own ski slope and an aqua park, while in Gdańsk, you can visit the Main Town, the European Solidarity Center (with a large play area for children), Oliwa Park, or the Gdańsk Planetarium.

Gdynia has its unique climate and charm. It’s a city with the largest musical theater in Poland, the Polish Film Festival, numerous museums, and family-friendly attractions (ropes courses, playrooms). Just 15 km from Gdynia, you’ll find the center of family entertainment in Reda, one of the largest aqua parks in Poland with numerous pools, slides, and saunas.

Winter seaside accommodations for winter holidays

Our facility, Hola Gdynia, located in an old historic tenement building in the city center, though close to the beach, offers year-round accommodations. Guests can choose from 2-person or family rooms. In the morning, you can enjoy breakfast offered by Hola, and for lunch, you can visit places like Pierogarnia Mandu, which is located in the same tenement.

So, if you’re searching online for “winter seaside accommodations,” check out our offer. Our strengths include cozy rooms, friendly staff, a convenient location (close to the beach and the railway station), and private parking.

Winter holidays by the sea in 2024

Winter holidays by the sea in 2024 in Gdynia? Children and young people who live far from the sea, especially in winter when access to fresh sea air is limited, will surely appreciate a stay in Gdynia. Spending time by the sea in winter doesn’t have to be limited to beach walks alone. Gdynia has a lot to offer to school-age youth: the Gdynia Aquarium, the Experyment Science Center, the Museum of Emigration, an indoor ice skating rink, and the nearby Aquapark Reda – these are attractions that will fill an entire week, or even two.

As provided by gov.pl, the winter break dates for the school year 2023/2024 are as follows:
January 15 – January 28, 2024: Lower Silesia, Mazovia, Opole, West Pomerania
January 22 – February 4, 2024: Podlaskie, Warmian-Masurian
January 29 – February 11, 2024: Lubusz, Łódź, Podkarpackie, Pomeranian, Silesian
February 12 – February 25, 2024: Kuyavian-Pomeranian, Lubusz, Lesser Poland, Świętokrzyskie, Greater Poland

If you’re still wondering where it’s worth going to the seaside in winter, check the current calendar of attractions in Gdynia.