Springtime strolls are already in full swing, and starting June 16, the “Przylasek Rusiecki” Recreation and Leisure Centre will be fully open — including its bathing area. This is one of three free municipal bathing areas available in Kraków this summer.

 

For the 2025 summer season, Kraków offers a variety of outdoor leisure opportunities at swimming areas located throughout the city:

  • Przylasek Rusiecki 📍  supervised by Kraków Nowa Huta Przyszłości S.A.
  • Zakrzówek 📍 managed by Zarząd Infrastruktury Sportowej w Krakowie (Kraków Sports Infrastructure Management Board)
  • Bagry Wielkie 📍managed by Zarząd Zieleni Miejskiej w Krakowie (Kraków Municipal Greenery Authority)

Operating Hours

  • Przylasek Rusiecki: June 16 – August 31, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Bagry: June 19 – September 7, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Zakrzówek: June 19 – September 7, 2025, Tuesday to Sunday, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

During these hours, all municipal bathing areas will be staffed by certified lifeguards. Please note:
A maximum capacity of 600 people will apply only to the Zakrzówek bathing area.

 

Przylasek Rusiecki Bathing Area

The operator of the “Przylasek Rusiecki” Recreation and Leisure Centre is AlohaPark Łukasz Knysak, responsible for comprehensive site management and operation. Oversight of the bathing area is provided by Kraków Nowa Huta Przyszłości S.A.

 

More information about the area is available here:
🏖️ Przylasek Rusiecki Recreation and Leisure Centre

 

Near the largest water reservoir in Przylasek Rusiecki, visitors can enjoy walking paths, a playground, benches, deckchairs, and hammocks. Available facilities include: parking, toilets, water sports equipment rentals, food and beverage zone. The site is adapted for people with disabilities.

Admission to the bathing area is free of charge. However, the operator may charge for additional services, such as event tickets, equipment rental, or seasonal parking. For up-to-date information, please visit the operator’s website.

 

Parking

🅿️ In the northeastern part of the “Przylasek Rusiecki” Recreation and Leisure Centre, near Rzepakowa Street, there is a paved car park with an electric vehicle charging station. It forms an integrated part of the “Przylasek Rusiecki” Recreation and Leisure Centre area. The car park offers designated free parking spaces for general  use, spaces for holders of the Large Family Card, for persons with disabilities, and for electric vehicles.

The comfort of visitors is further enhanced by spacious seasonal car parks (paid). The current parking fee is PLN 35 for the entire day, and PLN 20 after 5:00 p.m. The parking fees are determined by the operator, who reserves the right to modify the rates.

 

Access

🚌 Bus: Line 141, stop “Przylasek Rusiecki Kąpielisko”, with access to this line available from the Pleszów terminus.
🚆 Train: “Kraków Przylasek” stop, available on the railway line from Kraków Główny, which runs through Mistrzejowice and Ruszcza to Podłęże.
🚗 Car: Convenient parking areas located directly by the swimming area (free parking with a limited number of spaces and extensive paid parking available).

 

Water Safety

We encourage everyone to enjoy outdoor activities responsibly and remind all visitors of essential water safety rules. The average depth of the main reservoir in Przylasek Rusiecki is 5 meters, with a maximum depth of 10 meters.

✅ Swim only in designated areas supervised by lifeguards. Follow the bathing area’s rules and lifeguard instructions.

Swimming Area Signs:

🏳️ White flag – swimming allowed.
🚩 Red flag – swimming prohibited.
❌ No flag – no lifeguard on duty.

Additional safety tips:

✅ Always supervise children — even if they can swim.
✅ Never swim in areas where bathing is forbidden.
✅ Avoid jumping into unknown waters.
✅ Do not enter the water under the influence of alcohol.
✅ Avoid swimming after eating or sunbathing.
✅ In an emergency, signal for help by raising both arms and crossing them above your head.
✅ Avoid swimming far from shore or alone — having a companion nearby is best.
✅ Do not enter the water after dark — low visibility hampers safety and rescue operations.
✅ Save the water emergency number to your phone: 601 100 100. In an emergency, call and clearly report the location, nature of the incident, the number and condition of those involved, and your name. Do not hang up first. You can also dial 112 for emergency services.
✅ Adults and children alike should review basic first aid procedures. Prompt action can save lives — especially near the water.

 

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