Sejny

Sejny is a small town in north-eastern Poland, within the Podlaskie Voivodeship, close to the Lithuanian border in the historic Suwałki region (Suwalszczyzna). The town is known for its multicultural heritage, shaped by the past coexistence of Polish, Lithuanian, Jewish and Old Believer communities. Notable landmarks include the Basilica of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a former 17th-century Dominican monastery, and the White Synagogue, a reminder of the sizeable Jewish community that once lived here. The Borderland Foundation (Fundacja Pogranicze), based in the town, runs cultural initiatives exploring dialogue between local traditions and memories. Sejny also serves as a convenient base for exploring the Suwałki Lake District and Wigry National Park, both popular for hiking, cycling and water sports. The continental climate, with cold winters and mild summers, is typical of this part of Poland. A stay in Sejny offers a glimpse into a quiet, off-the-beaten-track town, providing an authentic sense of the borderland history and cultural layering that define this corner of Poland.