Archiwa: What to see in and around Szczyrk on holidays

Szczyrk and surroundings in lousy weather. 5 places worth seeing when the weather is not conducive to mountain hiking

20 October 202324 November 2023

Although the weather in the mountains can be erratic, do not let it spoil your long-awaited trip. When the weather outside the window is not conducive to hiking in the mountains, we can discover the attractions of the lowlands. Szczyrk and its surroundings offer numerous ways to spend time on rainy days. There is something for everyone – mystery fans, those who want to relax their bodies, those who like water frenzy and those who are interested in sports history.

Chata Tajemnic Escape Room, Szczyrk

We recommend to mystery lovers Escape Room – Chata Tajemnic located in Szczyrk. Several scenarios of fun have been prepared for the visitors. So you can play the role of the best students of magic school, stray tourists for whom the biggest attraction of Szczyrk is escaping from a mountain hut of a highlander – murderer, descendants of a researcher of writing and culture leading the life in Yucatan or create an anti-terrorist team aiming at neutralizing a terrorist group. But, unfortunately, the time to solve the mystery and leave the room is limited!

Brine graduation tower, Szczyrk

Those who want to take care of their health should visit the brine graduation tower located in the Central Sports Center – Olympic Preparations Center in Szczyrk. The Crystal Salt Chamber was made of natural rock salt crystals. A stay in the graduation tower has a solid health-promoting effect – it perfectly strengthens the immune system, which is worth taking care of, especially during the autumn and winter. The graduation tower is open daily from 10:30 to 20:15, sessions last 45 minutes. The entrance fee is 10PLN.

Jerzy Kukuczka Memorial Chamber, Istebna

Suppose you are interested in the history of Polish Himalayan mountaineering and its leading figure, Jerzy Kukuczka. In that case, we encourage you to visit the Chamber of Memory dedicated to him in Istebna-Wilcze, in the family house of the climber. You can see numerous photographs of expeditions, climbing equipment, medals, decorations and books on mountain topics, and above all, feel the spirit of the famous Himalayan climber. Visits are possible after prior telephone arrangements.

The Tropikana pool complex in the Golebiewski Hotel, Wisla

Fans of water frenzy will have a lot of fun visiting the Tropikana swimming pool complex in the Golebiewski Hotel in Wisla. The water park offers a 25m long swimming pool, a 20m long recreational pool with waves and water spouts, a swimming pool with hydro-aerial massage, a paddling pool for children, outdoor pools open in the summer, and a terrace with deck chairs. Dry, steam and hypothermic grotto saunas and 8 Jacuzzi tubs are also available on site. The pool is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Adam Malysz Sports Trophy Gallery, Wisla

A visit to Wisla will also be a real treat for fans of Adam Malysz. Here, in the ski jumper’s town, a gallery presents sports trophies, including the most valuable medals won during the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City and Vancouver and Crystal Globes for triumphs in the overall World Cup. In the gallery, we can also see the ski equipment.

The gallery is open in season daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After the season, from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission: 10PLN for adults, 9PLN for adults children.

What is worth seeing in Szczyrk?

12 August 202224 November 2023

Szczyrk, as well as the entire Silesian Beskid, is a mountain region full of exceptionally charming places. Among them, you will find attractions for fans of hiking and cycling escapades, lovers of sacred architecture and those interested in the ski history of the city. So, what is worth seeing during your vacation in Szczyrk? We present the places you cannot miss in your holiday plan in the mountains!

For fans of mountain scenery – the view from Skrzyczne

The biggest of Szczyrk’s attractions is the year-round cable car leading to Skrzyczne. It consists of 2 sections – the first from the center of Szczyrk to Jaworzyna and the second from Jaworzyna to the top of Skrzyczne. A modern 4-person couch serves the route with a capacity of 2,400 people per hour. During the ride, you can admire the beautiful panorama of the Silesian Beskid.

For fans of walking – a modernized path over the Żylica River

An obligatory point of your stay in Szczyrk is the renovated promenade on the Żylica River. The city’s showpiece serves residents and tourists practically all year round – for walking, cycling and marching with Nordic walking poles. The route starts at the City Hall, runs along the Żylica River to the square in the Center, then under the Skalite Ski Jump and the Central Sports Center all the way to Buczkowice.

For skiing fans – the Skalite ski jump complex

Skalite ski jumps are another of Szczyrk’s significant attractions. It is a complex of three ski jumps located on the northern slope of Skalite mountain (864 meters above sea level). The facility includes three hills: regular, medium and small. It is here that national and international ski jumping competitions are held, and the Polish national team trains.

For fans of historical sites – the shrines in Szczyrk

Another place not to be missed in the schedule of discovering Szczyrk is the so-called Górka. This is the Sanctuary of Our Lady Queen of Poland, located at an altitude of 670 meters above sea level, just off the blue trail to Klimczok. The wooden Church of St. James is the oldest and most valuable architectural monument in Szczyrk. More than 200 years old, the sanctuary is located on the Trail of Wooden Architecture of the Silesian Province in the Beskid loop.

For fans of two wheels – bicycle routes

The ski capital of Poland is not only a winter folly on the slopes but also a dream place for fans of two wheels. A place that is not only worth seeing while in Szczyrk, but above all to test on your own skin, are the numerous bicycle routes. In the area, you will find many beautiful scenic bicycle routes of varying degrees of difficulty.

For fans of art – Bator Gallery

The Bator Gallery in Szczyrk is a place that will appeal to art fans. The facility presents mainly painting and ceramics. The site also hosts periodic lectures on art, classical music concerts, folklore events and art workshops. A gallery is an object of the cultural trail of the Silesian province.

For fans of adrenaline – BeskidPark

Another of Szczyrk’s attractions is undoubtedly the Beskid Park rope park. It includes a Mini Park for the youngest and an Adventure Route ending with a 29-meter tyrolean. Every activity fan should visit this adventurous place!

In Szczyrk you will find many interesting places worth visiting. The entire region of the Silesian Beskid is a tourist paradise for everyone, regardless of age and tastes. And our Przystanek Góry is an ideal base and place to relax any time of the year!

Summer 2022 attractions in Szczyrk

11 July 202224 November 2023

Although Szczyrk is sometimes referred to as the ski capital of Poland, visiting tourists are offered plenty of attractions at any time of the year. However, especially in summer, the mountain town, which attracts fans of snow activities, tempts by the possibility of active recreation – both on and off the numerous mountain trails. So what attractions await you during your vacation in Beskid Slaski?

Beskid Szczyrk trails – ideal for summer trips

Szczyrk is the perfect place for a vacation, especially for mountain hikers. Among the many trails, both less and more experienced hikers will find something for themselves. Unforgettable views will provide them with a route to Skrzyczne, towering over the town – 1257 m above sea level, a mountain belonging to the Crown of Polish Mountains, to which a blue trail leads from the city. In the plan of active vacations in the mountains, we recommend including a climb to Klimczok. And trips to the Salmopolska Pass, Malinowska Skała and Karkoszczonka Pass.

Caves in and around Szczyrk – a respite from the summer heat

The caves in Szczyrk are an exciting alternative to the area’s most popular attractions. Especially on hot days, you will find pleasant refreshments in the underground caves. For lovers of underground hiking, we recommend visiting the Ice Cave, which refers to the fairy-tale ice stalactites covering its walls. We strongly encourage both inexperienced tourists and families with children to see it. Short at only 32 meters, the cave can be explored without belay or specialized equipment. One of the more popular caves in Szczyrk is the Malinowska Cave, to which two trails lead. The red one from Salamopolska Pass and the green one from Szczyrk Solisko to Malinow. The time required to visit this cave is about 3 hours.

Promenade on the Żylica River – walks along the scenic route by the river

The promenade over the Żylica River in Szczyrk is one of the many local attractions and a charming place that simply must be visited during a summer stay in these areas. Proponents of active recreation can also explore this restored space by running, marching with Nordic walking poles or riding a bicycle. The path begins at City Hall and runs along the Żylica River to the square in the center. It continues past the Central Sports Center all the way to Buczkowice.

Summer is up! Przystanek Góry for an unforgettable vacation

Fans will remember a summer stay in Szczyrk of activity and beautiful views. With them in mind, the Przystanek Góry has prepared a special holiday package, valid from June to September. Its price includes accommodation in comfortable rooms and delicious buffet breakfasts. We encourage you to relax in the area with deck chairs in your free time. Here, with the singing of birds and the smell of the forest, our guests will find respite after a busy day on or off the trail. The culmination of your holiday stay will be an evening bonfire or barbecue roasting sausages and oscypek.

A playground with a slide, mini soccer and badminton fields, and a 3.5-meter pool will appeal to the youngest. Creative and culinary workshops for children are also planned. Board games, chess, playing cards and Nordic walking poles can be rented on site. We will also be happy to help you plan family trips in Szczyrk and the surrounding area. Feel free to book your stay!

Szczyrk and surroundings in lousy weather. 5 places worth seeing when the weather is not conducive to mountain hiking

9 October 202124 November 2023

Chata Tajemnic Escape Room, Szczyrk

Brine graduation tower, Szczyrk

Jerzy Kukuczka Memorial Chamber, Istebna

The Tropikana pool complex in the Golebiewski Hotel, Wisla

Fans of water frenzy will have a lot of fun visiting the Tropikana swimming pool complex in the Golebiewski Hotel in Wisla. The water park offers a 25 m long swimming pool, a 20 m long recreational pool with waves and water spouts, a swimming pool with hydro-aerial massage, a paddling pool for children, outdoor pools open in the summer, and a terrace with deck chairs. Dry, steam and hypothermic grotto saunas and 8 Jacuzzi tubs are also available on site. The pool is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Adam Malysz Sports Trophy Gallery, Wisla

Plan your holiday in Szczyrk

21 June 202124 November 2023

The holidays are getting closer and closer – it is the best moment to plan your dream holiday in the mountains. Those craving beautiful landscapes, looking for numerous attractions and valuing comfortable accommodation conditions are welcome to Przystanek Góry located in Szczyrk. This is our recipe for a successful summer stay in the Beskid Śląski mountains!

A perfect holiday in Szczyrk – which hotel should you choose?

We believe that a pleasant holiday is the right choice of direction and the right place to stay. That is why we offer guests of Przystanek Góry the most comfortable rest conditions in Szczyrk. In the heart of this resort town, we have created a unique space with rooms and apartments whose names refer to the surrounding peaks, ideally reflecting the climate of a mountain holiday. Their interiors offer all the necessary amenities and access to balconies from which you can enjoy the picturesque scenery of the Beskid Śląski mountains.

You can also find relaxation in our garden chill-out area with deckchairs, where you can enjoy the clean mountain air and regenerate after an active day on the trail. We have also taken care of the youngest ones, who have at their disposal a playground with a slide, mini-soccer and badminton courts and a swimming pool with a diameter of 3.5 m. The little ones will also be entertained by an exciting programme of holiday animation. Evening bonfires with sausage roasting, which we organise in a climatic gazebo, will stay in the memory of all participants for a long time.

What to see in and around Szczyrk on holidays?

Szczyrk, as the ski capital of Poland, is a perfect destination also for those planning summer holidays. An important point on the map of the town itself is the promenade along the Żylica River, leading from the Town Hall through the square in the centre to Buczkowice. The route can be covered both on foot and by bike. Further exploration of the area is worthwhile at the complex of three ski jumps, located on the northern slope of Skalite Mountain. Wisła is also worth a visit, offering numerous attractions related to the figure of Adam Małysz and unforgettable rides on the Wisła Train. Finally, a visit to the Eliksir stud farm, where children can take a thrilling ride on a lunge, should not be missing from the family holiday plan.

Szczyrk for the active – what to do in the mountains in summer?

The well-known and popular health resort is, above all, a paradise for mountain hiking enthusiasts, with trails of varying difficulty awaiting you. We especially recommend Skrzyczne, towering over Szczyrk – 1257 m above sea level, a mountain belonging to the Crown of Polish Mountains. Access via the blue trail. We recommend a climb to Klimczok (117 m) and trips to the Salmopol Pass, Malinowska Skała and the Karkoszczonka Pass for the following days.

A stay in Szczyrk, which becomes an enduro centre in the summer, will also be an unforgettable adventure for thrill-seekers. A modern network of one-way bicycle paths of the single track type has been prepared here with them in mind. These are 5 specially shaped routes with a total length of 13 km and varying degrees of difficulty, which are led away from footpaths. You can get to the start of each of them by taking the ski lifts.

Holiday offer at the Przystanek Góry

Are you looking for an ideal place for your holiday in Szczyrk? Come to the Przytanek Góry – check the availability and book your stay with a 10% discount. Within the package, we offer min. 5 nights in rooms and apartments with buffet breakfast. The offer is valid from 25 June to 5 September.

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What to see in and around Szczyrk on holidays

Szczyrk and surroundings in lousy weather. 5 places worth seeing when the weather is not conducive to mountain hiking

Chata Tajemnic Escape Room, Szczyrk

Brine graduation tower, Szczyrk

Jerzy Kukuczka Memorial Chamber, Istebna

The Tropikana pool complex in the Golebiewski Hotel, Wisla

Adam Malysz Sports Trophy Gallery, Wisla

What is worth seeing in Szczyrk?

For fans of mountain scenery – the view from Skrzyczne

For fans of walking – a modernized path over the Żylica River

For skiing fans – the Skalite ski jump complex

For fans of historical sites – the shrines in Szczyrk

For fans of two wheels – bicycle routes

For fans of art – Bator Gallery

For fans of adrenaline – BeskidPark

Summer 2022 attractions in Szczyrk

Beskid Szczyrk trails – ideal for summer trips

Caves in and around Szczyrk – a respite from the summer heat

Promenade on the Żylica River – walks along the scenic route by the river

Summer is up! Przystanek Góry for an unforgettable vacation

Szczyrk and surroundings in lousy weather. 5 places worth seeing when the weather is not conducive to mountain hiking

Chata Tajemnic Escape Room, Szczyrk

Brine graduation tower, Szczyrk

Jerzy Kukuczka Memorial Chamber, Istebna

The Tropikana pool complex in the Golebiewski Hotel, Wisla

Adam Malysz Sports Trophy Gallery, Wisla

Plan your holiday in Szczyrk

A perfect holiday in Szczyrk – which hotel should you choose?

What to see in and around Szczyrk on holidays?

Szczyrk for the active – what to do in the mountains in summer?

Holiday offer at the Przystanek Góry

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