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Koszarawa is a mountain town in the polishSilesian Voivodeship in the Saybuscher Beskids on the mountain river of the same name. Its location makes it a major center of tourism in the Beskydy Mountains. The place offers opportunities for winter sports and is the starting point for hikes in the highest parts of the Saybuscher Beskids.
background
The place goes back to a foundation by the Wallachians in the early modern period. The municipality is located in the extreme southeast of the voivodeship on the western slopes of the Babia Gorathat you can climb from the village on quite wild hiking trails. At the same time, it is the smallest, highest and most sparsely populated municipality in the voivodeship in terms of population.
getting there
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By plane
The closest Krakow Airport is at Krakow and the Katowice Airport is at Katowice.
By train
The railway line from Żywiec to Slovakia leads north of the place. We continue by bus.
By bus
There are regular intercity buses to Żywiec and long-distance buses to other cities in the region.
In the street
All roads lead over Żywiec and from there to Bielsko-Biała or Krakow.
mobility
The place is easy to explore on foot. Since it is mountainous, you need a certain level of fitness.
Tourist Attractions
- neo-baroque Karlskirche
- Church in Koszarawa Bystra
Karlskirche
Church in Koszarawa Bystra
activities
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Hiking and mountain biking are very popular in summer. In winter you can do all kinds of winter sports.
shop
There are shopping opportunities. A visit is recommended for extensive shopping Krakow.
kitchen
Due to the numerous forests and alpine pastures, the regional cuisine specializes in fresh forest fruits, game and sheep cheese.
accommodation
There are guest rooms and pensions in Koszarawa.
security
Always check the current weather report before going into the mountains. Weatherproof clothing and sturdy shoes should always be taken with you. The marked hiking trails should not be left, especially in the national park.
health
For general questions about (cure) services for those legally insured in Germany or Austria, supply with pharmacies and German-speaking doctors / pharmacists, see article on Poland.
trips
literature
See article too Poland.
Web links
- An official website is not known.