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The Kozienice Power Station, imposingly situated on the banks of the Vistula River in central Poland, is the nation's largest hard coal-fired power plant and an indispensable pillar of its energy security. Its strategic paramountcy stems from its proximity to Warsaw, significantly fulfilling the capital city's massive electricity demands. The complex has undergone continuous expansion over the decades, now housing multiple generations of power generation units. A major technological milestone was the recent commissioning of an ultra-modern 1,075-megawatt unit, recognized as one of the most efficient and cleanest coal-fired facilities in Europe. The plant sources its primary fuel fuel directly from the Bogdanka mine, forging a highly efficient domestic supply chain. Kozienice symbolizes Poland's gradual transition towards cleaner coal technologies while ensuring the maintenance of a stable, baseload power supply.
- Location: Poland
- Nearby: Pionki (21 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -4 | -2 | 2 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 15 | 9 | 4 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 41 | 36 | 39 | 43 | 78 | 66 | 80 | 59 | 53 | 48 | 41 | 39 |
📋 Practical info
What is this place?
Kozienice Power Station is Poland's second-largest power plant and its largest hard coal-fired facility, playing a critical role in national energy security. It supplies electricity to millions of households and industries across central and eastern Poland.
Visiting
As an active industrial site, the power station is not open to the public for internal tours, but its massive cooling towers and boiler house are visible from surrounding roads. Visitors can get a good view from the public road leading to the plant entrance.
Where to view it
The best public viewpoints are from the nearby road DK48 and the area around the Kozienice forest. A lay-by on the main road features a safe spot to stop and observe the installation from a distance.
Local products
The primary output is electrical power derived from hard coal combustion, with no direct sales to the public at the facility. Local markets may offer energy-related merchandise, but this is not common in the immediate area.
Active season
The plant operates continuously year-round, with peak production during the winter heating season and high-demand periods. Scheduled maintenance typically occurs in spring and autumn, affecting output but not visitor experience.
Nearby
Combine a visit with the town of Kozienice and its historic park, or the Puszcza Kozienicka forest for nature walks. The nearby Vistula River also provides recreational opportunities.
Geography
Facts
- Ranks as the largest hard coal-fired power plant in Poland.
- Operated by the state-owned Enea energy group.
- Features a massive total installed capacity of roughly 4,000 MW.
- Supplies a substantial portion of the electricity required by the Warsaw metropolitan area.
- The state-of-the-art 1,075 MW B11 power unit was commissioned in 2017.
- Draws its cooling water directly from the adjacent Vistula River.
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Frequently asked questions
What is special about the Kozienice Power Station?
It is the second-largest power station in Poland and uses hard coal for electricity generation.
Where is the plant located?
It is located in Świerże Górne on the Vistula River, about 75 km south of Warsaw.
Can you visit the power station?
Tourist access is usually not provided, but the cooling towers are visible from a long distance.
What is there to see in the town of Kozienice?
Kozienice is known for its royal palace park and its proximity to the Kozienice Landscape Park.
Who owns the power station?
It is operated by Enea, one of the largest energy companies in Poland.
Kozienice Power Station: where is it located?
Kozienice Power Station is located in Poland.
Kozienice Power Station: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Kozienice Power Station: why is it worth visiting?
The Kozienice Power Station, imposingly situated on the banks of the Vistula River in central Poland, is the nation's largest hard coal-fired power plant and an indispensable pillar of its energy security.
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