Bieszczady with children - forest railway, cruises and attractions for families

The Bieszczady Mountains are primarily associated with challenging hikes up the mountain pastures and Tarnica, but they're also a great destination for a family vacation. Simply choose attractions that suit your children's abilities and the mountains will become an adventure for the whole family.

Bieszczady Forest Railway

The biggest hit with children is the Bieszczady Forest Railway —a historic narrow-gauge railway with its main station in Majdan near Cisna . Once used to transport timber from the forests, today it transports tourists along picturesque routes through forest valleys. A journey in the old carriages, sometimes pulled by a steam locomotive, is an experience children will remember for a long time. It's worth checking the schedule and purchasing tickets in advance during the season.

Boat cruise on Solina

A cruise on Lake Solina is another great activity for kids. Boats depart from the marinas in Solina and Polańczyk, and the short routes are perfect for younger guests. From the deck, you can see the dam and the forested shores of Poland's largest artificial lake.

Easy trails and nature paths

Instead of all-day hikes to the mountain pastures, it's worth taking your children on shorter, gentler routes. The nature trails of the Bieszczady National Park and walks in the valleys are a good idea. Many of them have educational boards, turning the hike into a nature lesson.

Animals of the Bieszczady Mountains

The Bieszczady Mountains are famous for their wildlife— bison , deer, and Hucul horses, bred in areas such as Wołosate, live here. Encountering Bieszczady animals (from a safe distance!) is a real treat for children.

Practical tips

• Choose attractions that suit the age and fitness of your children – in the mountains, it’s better to do fewer activities, but in a relaxed way.
• Bring plenty of water, snacks, and sun protection.
• Check the weather forecast – the weather changes quickly in the Bieszczady Mountains.

A forest railway, a cruise on Solina and an encounter with bisons - such a plan will make even the youngest ones fall in love with the Bieszczady Mountains.