The Świętokrzyskie Mountains are a beautiful region that is worth visiting at any time of the year. It is good to get to know more about the charms, advantages and attractions of this region. It is also worth remembering that the whole family can come to this region with their four-legged pets, because there are many different trails where you can spend an active day.
Why visit the Świętokrzyskie Mountains and what to see in the area?
Swietokrzyskie is a province located in the southern central part of Poland. There are many hiking and biking trails, so tourists can spend their vacation in an active way. It is also worth mentioning that there are many peaks in Świętokrzyskie Mountains, which can be climbed practically at any time of the year. Among others it is good to visit Łysica, Łysa Góra and to smaller mountains we can count Karczowka and Święty Krzyż. Routes to all the sites are very well organized and safe even for the smallest tourists. It is also worth mentioning that the Jodlowa Forest is noteworthy for plant and wildlife lovers. Such a primeval forest is located at the foot of Lysá hora. The main attractions of Swietokrzyskie voivodeship that are good to visit are:
- Castle ruins in Bodzentyn,
- Castle ruins in Chęciny,
- Kadzielnia,
- Sandomierz,
- Opatów and underground tourist route,
- Kurozwêki Palace,
- Ćmielów,
- Paradise Cave and Hell Cave,
- Chańcza Reservoir,
- Borkow Reservoir,
- Krzyżtopór,
- Devil's Stone,
- Golobor,
- Miniature Park in Krajna,
- Tyrolean downhill run on Kadzielnia,
- Bartek Oak,
- Museum of the Kielce Village in Tokarnia,
- The Glass House in Ciekoty.
There are so many attractions in this region that it is impossible to list them all, but it is worth adding that you will definitely spend your stay here actively. What is more, most of the attractions can be visited regardless of the season. You can visit Lysa Gora, Swiety Krzyz or Karczowka at any time of the year and, what's most important, the views are beautiful in summer, spring, autumn or winter. It is only advisable to dress appropriately for the season to make the trip a pleasant and safe attraction. It is also worth mentioning that Sandomierz is the town where episodes of the famous TV series "Father Matthew" were filmed. For fans of the series there is a Father Matthew Museum, where you can see the most important scenes from the series.
Where to stay overnight in Świętokrzyskie Province?
Contrary to what you might think, there are many different forms of accommodation available in this province. You can camp in tents by the lagoon or sleep in hotels. There are also cottages and guest rooms to rent in different parts of the region. It is worth choosing such accommodation where you can admire the beautiful panorama of the Swietokrzyskie Mountains or be as close as possible to the huge forests, which are abundant in this region. This way you can enjoy such views every day from your room.
At what time of year to come to the Holy Cross Mountains?
Świętokrzyskie Mountains have such routes that you can come here regardless of the season. What is more, most of the trails can be easily walked in different weather conditions. Road to Swiety Krzyz or Lysica looks wonderful the same in summer, autumn, spring or winter. Therefore, there is no problem to adjust the vacation to the season. It is also worth mentioning that autumn is also a paradise for mushroom pickers, as Świętokrzyskie forests are abundant in many kinds of mushrooms. In summer, on the other hand, you can take advantage of various water attractions that are organized by the lakes. You can find a lot of different sized reservoirs in this region, so everyone can adjust the place to his or her needs. The most important thing to remember is that from the reservoir in Wilków you can see a beautiful panorama of St. Catherine and Lysa Mountain, which looks insane at any time of the year.
Is it possible to ride a bike in the Świętokrzyskie Mountains?
The trails in the Swietokrzyskie Mountains are also accessible by bike, so you can spend your time here actively, without missing out on your passion. What's important, you can also rent city scooters and traverse the province this way. It should also be mentioned that you can also ride a bike to get to Łysica, for example, or to Święty Krzyż or Karczówka. This is a very good workout to check your fitness and condition. Thanks to this you can also take a bike with you on vacation or rent one locally. Often you can rent such bikes at the place of accommodation. It is also good to add that Świętokrzyskie bike trails lead through beautiful views, which makes you immediately admire this beautiful province.
Therefore, when going to Świętokrzyskie Mountains, It is a good idea to plan your route in advance, as there is a huge area of attractions here. Thanks to the fact that this region is situated in such a way that you can have lakes, forests and mountains, every nature lover will find here a perfect place to relax at any time of the year and will spend a wonderful vacation with the whole family. It is also worth mentioning that tourists who once came in Świętokrzyskie Mountains most often, they also come back here practically every year for vacation.
