The May holidays in Poland traditionally become an unofficial grilling festival — with smoke, picnics, and queues at the grills. We have compiled a current overview of legal places for barbecues in Gdańsk, Gdynia, and Sopot, where you can relax without the risk of a fine. Gdańsk Gdańsk remains one of the most «friendly» cities in the region for outdoor enthusiasts. The city has divided picnic areas into two types: those with ready-made infrastructure and open spaces for self-organized relaxation. Places with stationary grills For those who do not want to bring their own equipment, stationary grills are available in popular recreational areas: Podleśna Polana (Wrzeszcz Górny) — one of the most recognizable places, surrounded by forest Park św. Barbary (Śródmieście) — an option for those who want to combine a walk and grilling in an urban environment Wronia Górka (Aniołki) — a peaceful location with a panoramic view of the city Brzeźno (ul. Gdańska/PCK) — a seaside area with equipped sites a water body on ul. Cedrowej in the Ujeścisko-Łostowice district the area of Sobieszewska Island (ul. Akwenowa) Your own grill — only in designated areas Residents and visitors can use their own grills in specially designated places: Ronald Reagan Park — the key picnic area in Gdańsk Millennium Park in the Zaspa district — a large open area areas by the water body Świętokrzyska II, near the water body Zielony Staw in the Jasień district near the water body Świętokrzyska II in the Ujeścisko-Łostowice district on the Maternus meadow on ul. Elewów in the Matarnia district in the area of ul. Pomorska 82 in the Żabianka-Wejhera-Jelitkowo-Tysiąclecia district on ul. Królewskie Wzgórze in the Pieckach-Migowie district on ul. Leśna Góra in Brętów The lighting of large open fires in Gdańsk is allowed only in Reagan Park and exclusively by prior application to GZDiZ (gzdiz@gdansk.gda.pl) no later than 7 days in advance. Gdynia Gdynia focuses on organization. Popular picnic areas here operate on an online reservation system, which helps avoid chaos on holiday days. Locations by prior reservation Polanka Redłowska — the most sought-after area with a sea view, equipped with five grilling and fire sites Osada Rybacka (entrance No. 4) — a rare opportunity to light a fire almost on the beach Park Kolibki — a green area on the border with Sopot Forest glade and ul. Rybaków — more secluded spaces Alternative places without reservation Gdynia also has legal places for barbecues where no reservation is needed: Kiloński Park (Chylonia) Irina Kwiatkowska Square (Obłuże) areas on Turkusowa and Sakowicza streets. At the same time, strict rules apply: disposable grills placed directly on the grass are prohibited. Only stable constructions with legs that prevent heat contact with the ground are allowed. Sopot Sopot remains the most regulated city in the Tricity area. There is a complete ban on lighting fires outside of specially designated zones. The only permitted place is Sopockie Błonia. This is a modern recreational area equipped for grilling. Any attempts to light a fire on the beach or in parks, including the Northern Park, are considered a violation of the rules and may result in a fine. Five rules for safe grilling To ensure that your picnic does not end with a fine or a call to the city guard, it is enough to follow basic norms: Forest areas — strictly prohibited for open flames Beaches are regulated by the Maritime Administration and require a separate permit Coals must be completely extinguished before leaving Trash must be taken with you In public places, there is a ban on alcohol consumption outside of specially designated areas
Gdzie legalnie grillować w Trójmieście: pełny przewodnik po strefach do grillowania
