Thursday Cruises in the Lower Oder Valley

A tourist gem within easy reach!

This season, a water tram will operate from Szczecin to Gartz via Mescherin, allowing you to discover the picturesque landscapes of the Lower Oder Valley.

The cruise on the Szczecin – Mescherin – Gartz route is a unique journey through one of the most valuable natural areas of the Polish-German border region. From the deck of the vessel, you will have the opportunity to admire the remarkable landscapes of the Międzyodrze wetlands and the vast floodplains of the Lower Oder Valley.

During the cruise, you may spot cranes, white-tailed eagles, herons, and cormorants, as well as unique aquatic vegetation and extensive reed beds that create this exceptional landscape. Binoculars will be available on board, allowing for more comfortable wildlife observation and an even better appreciation of the Lower Oder Valley’s natural beauty.

Exploring from the vessel will be enhanced by the Explore Oder app. As the ship approaches selected points of interest, an audio guide will provide information about attractions in Polish, German, and English.

Discover the Lower Oder Valley from the deck of a vessel or by bicycle.

Schedule:

Szczecin (10:00) – Mescherin (11:55–12:10) – Gartz (Oder) (12:50)

Gartz (Oder) (15:30) – Mescherin (16:10–16:25) – Szczecin (18:15)

Please note: The 13 August cruise has a special schedule.

Szczecin (10:00) – Mescherin (12:40-12:55) – Gartz (Oder) (13:35)

Gartz (Oder) (15:30) – Mescherin (16:10-16:25) – Szczecin (19:00)

Organisational Information:

As the cruise route crosses an international border, all passengers must carry valid identity and travel documents authorising entry and stay in Germany. Please note that the mObywatel mobile application is not accepted as an identity document when crossing the German border.

Departure from Szczecin:
Jana z Kolna 7

Available on board:

• Passenger toilet
• Café area with drinks and snacks
• Bicycle storage area (bicycle transport available)

We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before departure.

Passenger check-in closes 5 minutes before departure. After this time, boarding may no longer be possible.

During the first 30 minutes of the cruise, the upper deck will be temporarily closed due to passing under bridges with limited clearance.

Accessibility:

• The vessel is adapted for passengers with reduced mobility regarding boarding access.
• Transport of prams, strollers, and wheelchairs is possible (prior contact is recommended for larger electric or specialist wheelchairs).
• The toilet on board is not adapted for passengers with reduced mobility.

Important Information:

As the cruise route crosses an international border, passengers must carry valid documents authorising entry and stay in Germany. Please note that the mObywatel application is not recognised as a valid identity document when crossing the German border.

Passengers combining the cruise with cycling tourism are required to cross the border only at designated border-crossing points.

ŻSTW shall not be responsible for consequences arising from passengers’ failure to possess the required travel documents, nor for consequences resulting from crossing the border at unauthorised locations.

Any delays, extended travel times, or inconveniences resulting from border, police, or administrative inspections remain outside the organiser’s responsibility.

Passengers are required to comply with all regulations concerning border crossings and tourist and cycling traffic within the Polish-German border region.

The Thursday cruises are an independent initiative operated jointly with the owner of the Sedina and are not financed by the European Union. Therefore, ticket prices differ from those of the weekend Cross Oder cruises, which are co-financed by EU funds.

Ticket prices

Round trip

• Standard ticket – PLN 120
• Child ticket (up to 12 years) – PLN 60
• Senior ticket (retirees) – PLN 100

One way

• Standard ticket – PLN 80
• Child ticket (up to 12 years) – PLN 40
• Senior ticket (retirees) – PLN 70

Family tickets

• 2 adults + 2 children (round trip) – PLN 290
• 2 adults + 2 children (one way) – PLN 190

Bicycle transport: PLN 20 (regardless of ticket type)
Children under 3 travel free of charge.