A mountain holiday in the summer is a great opportunity to explore Beskid culture, regional cuisine, and relax. How can you spend your time in Wisła?
More and more often, we choose Poland for longer and shorter holiday trips. A mountain vacation, especially in the Polish mountains, will be a pleasant surprise for many tourists. The beauty of mountain trails, the sound of water flowing in the stream, birdsong, and the scent of greenery – it's a treat for anyone who loves nature. But what to do when you come off the trail? How to spend time in Wisła?
Where to Go for a Mountain Vacation?
The Polish mountains are beautiful at any time of the year. When planning a mountain holiday, it's worth considering your personal preferences first: how much time you want to spend traveling, whether you prefer high mountains or low ones, whether you plan to hike a lot, or perhaps you're looking for a cabin by a lake, whether you prefer a hotel with breakfast or a self-catering apartment, whether you plan a holiday with a dog, and what your budget is for the holiday trip.
It's worth asking yourself these questions well before the planned holiday to book accommodation and attractions in advance. Some places require purchasing tickets several weeks in advance.
If you’re looking for a mountain destination without the crowds, consider a less popular direction than Zakopane. Check out what Wisła has to offer during a summer mountain holiday!
What to Do in Wisła in the Summer? How to Spend Time in Wisła?
In the spring and summer, Wisła is vibrant with greenery and life. It's one of the few mountain resorts in Poland that offers so many attractions. In late spring, the largest literary festival in Poland, Granatowe Góry, takes place here, and in mid-summer, the Beskidy Culture Week lasts for several days. There's no weekend without sports events such as ski jumping, Barbarian Race, bicycle and car races, and even dog runs.
Wisła is also the venue for numerous concerts, featuring both regional music and performances by national stars. When planning a trip to Wisła, it’s worth checking the website www.wisla.pl in advance to see the upcoming events. This way, you can combine relaxation with participation in interesting events, making your stay in Wisła even more attractive.
How to Spend Time in Wisła? – Visit Baseny Wisła
Baseny Wisła is a recreational center that draws from the rich tradition of the interwar spa in Wisła. This place combines functionality with aesthetics, offering a wide range of attractions in a space designed by Hubert Wójtowicz. There are two pools: a sports pool measuring 48.5 m by 15 m with a depth ranging from 1.2 m to 4.5 m, and a recreational pool with a water playground, artificial wave, and slide zone. The water in the recreational pool is heated to about 26 degrees Celsius. Slide enthusiasts will be delighted, as there is a swing slide and four others of varying difficulty levels.
Additionally, the facility offers beach volleyball and tennis courts. On selected days of the week, night swimming under the stars with background music and outdoor cinema are organized.
Mountain Holiday on the Trail
For those who enjoy active time, climbing Barania Góra is a must-do on a trip to Wisła. Barania Góra, at 1215 m above sea level, is the second highest peak in this mountain range, after Skrzyczne. The summit is located in the Silesian Voivodeship, on the border of Cieszyn and Żywiec counties, between the towns of Wisła and Kamesznica.
Barania Góra is an important hydrological point where two of the three main streams of the Vistula River – Biała Wisełka and Czarna Wisełka – have their sources. These areas are protected as source areas. The third source stream, Malinka, flows from the slope of Malinowska Skała.
The slopes of Barania Góra are covered with beautiful fir-beech forests, with ash, sycamore, and spruce. You can also find artificially introduced Swiss pine and dwarf mountain pine here. The Barania Góra Nature Reserve, covering an area of 386 hectares, includes both the summit parts of the mountain and the source areas.
Barania Góra is a popular tourist destination with an extensive network of hiking trails. At the summit, there is a lookout tower offering panoramic views of the Silesian Beskids, Little Beskids, Makowski Beskids, Żywiec Beskids, the Tatras, as well as mountains in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. You can also see the Jeseníky Mountains, part of the Sudetes.
Barania Góra is a place that delights not only nature lovers but also hiking and skiing enthusiasts. It's an excellent spot for active recreation and admiring the beautiful landscapes of the Beskids.
Mountain Holiday – Summer Chillout
After a whole day on the trail, there's nothing better than a day of rest. If you're looking for a place that combines a traditional mountain atmosphere with typical holiday attractions, it's worth visiting Hotel Vestina in Wisła Malinka. The property is located in a picturesque valley surrounded by mountain ridges, a bit away from the center, ensuring peace and relaxation.
At the hotel, guests will find not only comfortable and stylish rooms, good food, and a spa area but also a garden with deckchairs and hammocks and an outdoor pool. On the hotel grounds, there is a Grill House where the scent of smoking and grilling various meats wafts through the air. The hotel restaurant serves regional dishes, and in selected packages and terms, there are plenty of animations and other attractions for children.
It's an ideal place to recharge and admire the beauty of the Beskid landscapes in comfortable conditions.
Summary
Wisła offers countless opportunities to spend a mountain vacation, both for active leisure enthusiasts and those seeking relaxation. From picturesque hiking trails and wonderful views from Barania Góra, through numerous festivals and sports competitions, to comfortable conditions in hotels like Hotel Vestina – everyone will find something for themselves here. Planning your holiday in advance allows you to take full advantage of all the attractions that Wisła has to offer. It's the perfect place to combine rest with active sightseeing and participation in cultural events. Regardless of your preferences, Wisła guarantees unforgettable holiday memories.
