Holidays in Silesia? Visit the Landscape Park of the Silesian Beskids

Upper Silesia is not a primary tourist destination for those planning a holiday – it is still primarily associated with mines and a dense network of cities that form an extensive agglomeration. Although the heart of Silesia indeed beats in the crowded – but also increasingly green – city of Katowice, this region of Poland also features areas with impressive lush vegetation and picturesque views. The Silesian Beskids Landscape Park will undoubtedly delight anyone who values proximity to nature.

What can be seen in the Silesian Beskids?

The Silesian Beskids Landscape Park spans nearly 40,000 hectares, within which many hiking and biking trails have been marked out. This is where the Vistula River originates, and the spruce forests are home to numerous species of animals and plants. Tourists can also admire vast caves and majestic rock formations created by nature, such as several-meter-high walls or fanciful lookout towers. Those seeking such attractions should visit, among others, the cave in Trzech Kopców and the Salmopolska Cave – both of which can be explored under the guidance of experienced guides. While hiking through mountain trails and rocky caves, it's worth taking a break in the shelters, and after descending from the peaks, more attractions are waiting for visitors offered by the cities within the park.

Which cities are worth visiting during a holiday in the Silesian Beskids?

Some of the most beautiful towns located in the Silesian Beskids Landscape Park include: Szczyrk, Wisła, Istebna, and Bielsko-Biała. These towns attract with a friendly atmosphere and many opportunities for planning an active holiday. Additionally, in the context of comfortably spending time, the developed hotel and service network, which includes the Meta Hotel located at the foot of the highest peak in the Silesian Beskids, is of significant importance. Our hotel's convenient location makes it an excellent base for hiking trips, during which visitors can admire tourist attractions around Szczyrk, including Skrzyczne, which belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains.

In the Silesian Beskids Landscape Park, one cannot get bored – it is an excellent destination for holidays solo, as a couple, or with children. One vacation would not suffice, and at least several would be needed to traverse the entire unique area of southern Poland. However, to start, it is worth visiting the most popular places and experiencing firsthand how much this region has to offer.