The coastline at Grzybowo forms a shallow, concave bay that creates a microclimate allowing the Baltic Sea water to reach higher temperatures than on the surrounding open coast.
The sand in Grzybowo is exceptionally fine and pale, differing in texture from the coarser, shell-heavy sand found on some other Polish Baltic beaches.
The beach is sheltered by a belt of coastal forest that acts as a natural buffer against strong sea winds.
It is part of the protected coastline ecosystem that maintains the structural integrity of the dunes through dedicated stabilization efforts.
Plaża Grzybowo is a wide, sandy beach situated on the shores of the Baltic Sea, characterized by a unique bay-like coastline that results in warmer water temperatures compared to neighboring Kołobrzeg. The beach is known for its fine, white, and soft sand that is free of large stones. A distinctive feature of this location is the shallow coastal shelf, which provides safer swimming conditions for families with children. The beach is backed by a coastal pine forest, offering natural windbreaks and shaded areas adjacent to the dunes. It serves as a quieter alternative to the heavily urbanized, main beach of Kołobrzeg. The area is marked by a gentle slope from the dunes to the water line. It is officially monitored by lifeguards during the summer season. The beach connects seamlessly with walking and cycling paths that lead toward the resort town of Kołobrzeg.
From the water line looking back at the line of pine trees and white dunes during the golden hour.
Bring a windbreak (parawan), a staple of Polish beach culture, to protect your spot from shifting sea breezes.
Follow the designated wooden boardwalks to cross the dunes to prevent environmental erosion of the protected coastal grasses.
Plan for longer walks if you want to reach the more developed commercial piers and promenades of central Kołobrzeg.
Avoid entering the dunes directly outside of designated paths, as this is prohibited to protect the coastal ecosystem.
Lifeguard surveillance and beach facility services are active only during the summer season.
Standard beach attire is expected; public nudity is restricted to designated areas far from the main family zones.
