Excursions

We begin at the foot of Braslav’s historic heart — the ancient hillfort known as Castle Hill. As you make your way to the top, you will experience the remarkable atmosphere and character of this historic place.

We will stop by the granite stone erected to commemorate the 945th anniversary of the first written mention of Braslav and visit the grave of Stanisław Narbut, a doctor and prominent public figure. The legend of Braslav will reveal the story behind the city’s name.

We will admire the vast waters of Lake Dryviaty, the largest lake in the area, before descending to the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The distinctive “Braslav raisin mosaic” may even inspire your own creativity. The miraculous icon of Our Lady of Braslav, Queen of the Lakes, which has been kept in the church altar since 1832, adds a special spiritual dimension to the visit.

During the sightseeing tour, you will learn about the residential colony designed by Juliusz Kłos, professor at Stefan Batory University in Vilnius, about life in the town during the Second World War, and about modern-day Braslav.

We then continue to one of the highest panoramic viewpoints in the Braslav region — Mount Mayak. During the approximately 18-kilometre journey, you will learn why preserving the region’s natural heritage is so important, how local tourist campsites are organised, and how many ecological trails can be explored in the area.

Along the way, we will see Lakes Yelno, Strusto and Snudy. From Mount Mayak, which rises 174 metres above sea level, we will try to spot Castle Hill in the distance. And, of course, we will hear the story of Chaichyn Island, the second-largest island in Belarus.