Well, who ordered this weather?! Early April in Tychy, and it feels more like mid-July! Today was an absolute scorcher, the kind of day that makes you instantly crave ice cream and seek out any patch of shade. And where better to soak up the unexpected sunshine (and find a little breeze!) than a walk around the beautiful Paprocany Lake?
We decided to ditch the indoor chores and embrace this glorious anomaly of a day. The air was thick with the scent of early spring blossoms mingling with the summery warmth. The path around the lake was bustling with people clearly having the same idea – families with kids gleefully chasing pigeons, couples strolling hand-in-hand, and even a few brave souls already sporting shorts and t-shirts!
The water of the pond was shimmering under the intense blue sky, reflecting the surrounding greenery like a perfect mirror. I even spotted a few brave ducks taking a dip, seemingly as delighted by the heat as the rest of us. It was hard to believe this was still technically early spring!
We took our time, enjoying the gentle lapping of the water against the shore and the cheerful chatter of the other visitors.
There’s something so calming about being near water, and today, with the sun beating down, it felt like a little slice of paradise right here in Tychy.
Of course, being April, there were still reminders that winter wasn’t completely gone. A few stubborn patches of last year’s leaves still clung to the edges of the path, and the trees were only just starting to show their fresh spring green. But the overwhelming feeling was definitely one of summer’s early arrival.
As the afternoon wore on, the heat remained intense, but the golden light softened slightly. We found a bench under the shade of a budding tree and just sat for a while, soaking it all in. These unexpected bursts of warmth are always welcome, a little reminder of the brighter days to come.
If you’re in Tychy and the sun is shining, I highly recommend a walk around Paprocany Lake. It’s the perfect place to escape the everyday and enjoy the simple pleasure of a beautiful day. Just remember your sunscreen! 😉
Check out some of the sunny scenes from our walk in the gallery below!
