Arboretum Wirty, Arboretum in Wirty, Poland
Arboretum Wirty is a botanical tree collection in Wirty, in northern Poland, covering around 33 hectares at the edge of the Tuchola Forest. The grounds hold over 450 species of trees and shrubs from many parts of the world, connected by marked walking paths.
The collection was founded in 1875 by forest ranger Adam Putrich and Professor Adam Schwappach, making it one of the oldest arboreta in Poland. It was built up gradually by successive forestry professionals who added species over the following decades.
Arboretum Wirty sits within the Tuchola Forest, a woodland region that has long shaped the identity of this part of northern Poland. The trees are grouped by origin, so walking the paths feels like moving through different corners of the world without leaving the forest.
The paths are open throughout the year, though sturdy footwear is recommended since the ground can get muddy after rain. Spring and autumn bring the most visible contrasts between tree species, making those seasons a good time to visit.
Among the species here is the Sitka spruce, a conifer native to the Pacific coast of North America, which has grown well in this part of Poland. Its presence shows how some trees from very different climates can adapt when given the right forest conditions.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
