Gorlo by Lake Ułówki
Accommodation in Gorlo
Gorlo lies on the shore of Lake Ułówki, with a focus on the water and cycling routes. Ułówki is connected to Lake Łaśmiady and forms its western arm. When choosing a holiday apartment or holiday house in Gorlo, you can first consider whether the lake, cycling trips or a variety of activities should shape your holiday. The different routes and information about the lake provide practical guidance.
Bridge at the mouth of the Ełk River to Lake Ełk, shown as wider-area context for Gorło.
Photo: Zalasem1 via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
Ułówki and the larger lake complex
Lake Ułówki near Gorlo covers 264.82 hectares and reaches a maximum depth of 25.5 metres. The village lies directly on its shore; the lake is also connected to Łaśmiady. Another perspective is offered by the lake complex comprising Ułówki, Łaśmiady and Rekąty, which covers a total of around 1,400 hectares. AlleGorło, an agritourism property by the lake complex, is located in the village of Gorlo. This allows you to consider the location in relation to both a single lake and the larger body of water, without confusing the two scales.
The nearby forest lake Ślepieniec may also be worth discovering in the area. It lies north of the road between Stare Juchy and Gorlo and is considered a worthwhile sight.
Cycling routes with different itineraries
The orange-marked circular route “Wokół Łaśmiad” is about 31.7 kilometres long. It passes through Stare Juchy, Gorło, Zawady Ełckie, Sajzy, Piaski, Malinówka, Bałamutowo, Łaśmiady, Jeziorowskie and Liski. Gorło is therefore part of a longer loop that includes several named places. The approximate length helps you consider this route as a distinct focus when planning your day.
Another option is the green cycling route from Stare Juchy via Zawady Ełckie and Gorłówko, returning to Stare Juchy. It reaches Gorło at kilometre 4.1 and offers repeated views of Lake Ułówki and its surroundings. The information about the “Wokół Łaśmiad” loop and the green cycling route describes different route features: one gives an approximate total length and a sequence of places, while the other specifies where the route reaches Gorło and notes the recurring lake views.
Fishing and other activities
Carp, crucian carp, bream, zander, catfish, pike and eels can be caught in Lake Ułówki. Those interested in fishing will find specific fish species associated with the lake. Guests at AlleGorło can also enjoy water sports, cycling, horse riding, tennis, golf and walking. The activities cater to a range of interests; when planning your stay, you can decide whether to focus on the lake and cycling or include other activities.
Location and getting your bearings
A PKS bus stop on the Ełk–Stare Juchy–Gorłówko route is listed as being about one kilometre from Gorlo. This distance and route description provide specific guidance on the village’s location and the bus connection mentioned. Together with Ułówki on the village shore, they give a picture of a lakeside location with cycling routes and a bus stop nearby. When choosing your holiday apartment, consider which of these aspects matter most for your stay.
More local pages to help plan your holiday: Straduny, Golubie, Bajtkowo, Regiel, Bartosze, Małkinie, Orzechowo, Nowa Wieś Ełcka.
For the main travel overview: Ełk.
