Kujawiak Run 2026

Get ready for one of the oldest and most decorated cross-country races in this part of Poland! The Kujawiak Run is an event with a huge tradition that for decades has attracted lovers of running in nature to Włocławek’s Park of Culture and Recreation and the surrounding forests. This isn’t a boring route on asphalt – here you’ll feel pine needles, sand, and forest paths under your feet. The main distance is usually 10 km, but it’s accompanied by numerous races for children and youth, giving the event the feel of a big, family sports picnic🏃‍♂️🌳.

Once you cross the finish line and shake your shoes free of Kuyavian soil, Włocławek offers a few great places where your tired muscles will find relief:

Marshal Józef Piłsudski Boulevards – a walk along the broad Vistula is a perfect way to unwind after the run. The restored riverfront with plenty of benches and views of the monumental dam and the cathedral is the city’s calling card 🌊.

Museum of the Kuyavian and Dobrzyń Land – Włocławek is famous for faience! Visit the museum to see amazing collections of the renowned “Włocławek porcelain” with blue flowers. It’s a great idea for calm sightseeing without excessive physical effort 🏺.

Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – one of the tallest and most impressive churches in Poland. Its Gothic interiors and stained glass make a huge impression and allow a moment of reflection in a cool, peaceful place ⛪.

Wieniec-Zdrój Spa Resort – located just a stone’s throw from Włocławek. If after the run you dream of professional recovery, the local sulphide waters and peat mud are “heaven on earth” for a runner. It’s the perfect place to round off a sporty weekend 🛁.

For a restorative refuel after the Kujawiak Run, be sure to look for local treats. Kuyavia is known for good soups (e.g., Kuyavian sour rye soup) as well as fish from nearby lakes and the Vistula. Włocławek’s restaurants in the Old Town will treat you to a solid portion of energy! 🍲 Remember: the Kujawiak Run isn’t just sport—it’s a piece of the history of Polish running. Is your fitness already ready for a meeting with the Kuyavian forests? 🏁