A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lodz vs. Gjovik for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lodz or Gjovik?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Lodz and Gjovik can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Lodz or Gjovik?

Lodz

Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.

Gjovik

Gjovik is a small town that is one of the five towns that are found around Norway's largest lake, Lake Mjosa. The other towns include Hamar, Lillehammer, Brumunddal and Moelv. The town's population is small, with only 28,807 residents. The town administration also includes the suburban area of Hunndalen and the rural districts of Biri, Snertingdal, and Vardal. Gjovik's early industry was originally centered around glassworks, dating back to the early 1800s. The city continued to grow through immigration throughout the 1800s until it was given a town charter in 1864. The town's economy today is more centered around regional trade and agriculture as well as education. There is a university in town, Gjovik University College, which focuses on information security, the medical industry, and engineering. Gjovik is also the last stop to the north on the Gjovikbanen railway line.

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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lodz and Gjovik, we can see that Gjovik is more expensive. And not only is Lodz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lodz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lodz and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Gjovik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gjovik than you might in Lodz.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lodz Expensive? and Is Gjovik Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Lodz or Gjovik?

Lodz has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Gjovik. When comparing the sizes of Lodz and Gjovik, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Lodz or Gjovik?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Lodz or Gjovik in the Summer?

Both Gjovik and Lodz are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Gjovik this time of year.

In the summer, Lodz is around the same temperature as Gjovik. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lodz in July average around 19°C (65°F), and Gjovik averages at about 18°C (64°F).

It's quite sunny in Gjovik. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lodz. Lodz usually receives more sunshine than Gjovik during summer. Lodz gets 353 hours of sunny skies, while Gjovik receives 246 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Lodz usually receives less rain than Gjovik. Lodz gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Gjovik receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Lodz or Gjovik in the Autumn?

Both Gjovik and Lodz during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Gjovik for the shopping scene.

In October, Lodz is generally a little warmer than Gjovik. Daily temperatures in Lodz average around 9°C (49°F), and Gjovik fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).

In the autumn, Lodz often gets more sunshine than Gjovik. Lodz gets 135 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gjovik receives 86 hours of full sun.

Lodz usually gets less rain in October than Gjovik. Lodz gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Gjovik receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Lodz or Gjovik in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lodz and Gjovik. Also, many visitors come to Gjovik in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Gjovik can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Lodz. Lodz is a little warmer than Gjovik in the winter. The daily temperature in Lodz averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Gjovik fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).

Lodz usually receives less sunshine than Gjovik during winter. Lodz gets 35 hours of sunny skies, while Gjovik receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Lodz usually receives less rain than Gjovik. Lodz gets 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Gjovik receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Lodz or Gjovik in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Lodz as well as Gjovik.

In the spring, Lodz is much warmer than Gjovik. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lodz in April average around 9°C (47°F), and Gjovik averages at about 6°C (42°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lodz this time of the year. In the spring, Lodz often gets more sunshine than Gjovik. Lodz gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gjovik receives 178 hours of full sun.

Lodz usually gets less rain in April than Gjovik. Lodz gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Gjovik receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Gjovik and Lodz