Stawy na Tysiącleciu

Stawy na Tysiącleciu is a water recreation site in Katowice featuring two connected ponds surrounded by reed beds and recreational facilities. The grounds cover roughly 16 hectares between the Rawa River and the Załęże neighborhood, offering space for different water activities.

The ponds evolved from earlier recreation centers and took their name from a local area with a colloquial name among residents. The transformation from its original purpose to the current recreational use reflects changes in how the city developed.

The site has long served as a gathering place for water activities and hosts a scouting water station where young people learn boating and water skills. The community around the ponds has developed its own traditions of watercraft use that continue to influence how people spend time here.

The site is accessible year-round with designated areas for different water-based activities. Visitors should plan visits with seasonal weather in mind, as conditions vary throughout the year.

The area supports a variety of animal species that visitors can observe, including newts, frogs, snakes, and several bird species. This wildlife presence makes each visit an opportunity to experience the local natural world.