Botanical Five Łódź 2026

Time to start in one of the greenest corners of fast-paced Łódź 💪! Botanical Five Łódź is a unique series that lets you test your fitness in extraordinary natural surroundings all year round. You can take part in the energy-packed spring edition, the sunny summer one, the atmospheric autumn one, the crisp winter one, and even the mysterious night edition ⏱️. The main highlight of each is a fast 5 km distance, perfect for smashing personal bests or for a joyful, recreational jog with friends.

Łódź is a city full of contrasts and incredible energy, so after earning another unique medal, be sure to head into town 🥇. Together with family or your other half, you can discover a whole host of fascinating places:

Visit the Orientarium at the Łódź Zoo – a modern complex with an underwater tunnel, located right next to the Botanical Garden, will delight every lover of exotic fauna and flora 🐘.

Stroll along the famous Piotrkowska Street – one of the longest shopping streets in Europe, full of historic tenement houses, charming courtyards and monuments, is the perfect place for an afternoon of relaxation 🏢.

Discover the power of Manufaktura – an impressive revitalized red-brick complex that combines the history of former factories with modern entertainment and dining 🧱.

Try traditional Łódź-style zalewajka or herring Łódź-style – an aromatic sourdough soup with potatoes and bacon is an absolute hit of the local regional cuisine 🥣.

Łódź is a huge, vibrant metropolis located in the very heart of Poland, which guarantees perfect access from every direction. If you're planning an eventful weekend, remember that in under an hour by car or train you can get from here to Warsaw or Piotrków Trybunalski, which opens up plenty of sightseeing possibilities. Collect the full set of botanical starts and see you on the course 👟!