The power plant utilizes a height difference of approximately 80 meters between the upper reservoir and the lower lake.
Construction of the plant was completed in 1971, making it a pioneering facility for pumped-storage in Poland.
The upper reservoir is an artificial basin constructed on a hill, requiring significant earthworks to retain water volume.
The facility is designed to balance the power grid by storing energy during low-demand periods and discharging it during peak load.
The power station is integrated into the drainage basin of the Radew River.
The Zydowo Pumped-Storage Power Station vantage point offers a panoramic view of the upper reservoir of Poland's first large-scale pumped-storage hydroelectric plant. The facility utilizes the height difference between the upper reservoir and Lake Bukowo to generate electricity. The vantage point allows visitors to observe the massive technical infrastructure integrated into the surrounding Pomeranian landscape. The station is operated by Energa Wytwarzanie and remains a significant engineering landmark in the region. Visitors can view the complex hydraulic systems and the expansive water storage basin from an elevated position. The site serves as a testament to industrial engineering within a natural, wooded setting.
The highest point along the perimeter fence of the upper reservoir facing the hydroelectric turbines and the lake below.
Bring binoculars to better observe the technical machinery and the scale of the reservoir infrastructure.
Wear sturdy footwear as the paths around the vantage point can be uneven and are often unpaved.
Check local weather reports before visiting, as fog or low cloud cover in the Pomeranian region can obscure the panoramic view.
Do not attempt to enter restricted operational zones or cross safety fences surrounding the power plant equipment.
