he Bieszczady Mountains are the most recognizable area of the Podkarpackie Region. Shrouded in legends, for years they have attracted tourists from all over Poland. Those seeking tranquillity more and more often choose the enchanting landscapes of the Low Beskids and Eastern Roztocze Highland.
The Bieszczady Mountains are a part of the Eastern Carpathians, they stretch on the borderland between Poland and Ukraine. The Polish part from the west closes with the Łupków Pass, in the east with the Uzsok Pass, in the north the mountains reach Lesko and Ustrzyki Dolne.
Extending from the Tylicka Pass to the Łupków Pass, there is the widest and at the same time the lowest range of the Beskids aptly named the Low Beskids, with gentle slopes and dense forests. The uniqueness of this area, is linked with the exceptional wealth of its natural environment with an incredible number and diversity of species of flora and fauna. Only here can one encounter such inaccessible places and real wilderness, resembling genuine primeval forests. Indeed, here you can wander for hours without meeting even one person.
The Eastern Roztocze Highland is partly located within Podkarpackie, and more specifically in the District of Lubaczów. This area is gaining popularity among those who want to avoid hordes of tourists. What does Roztocze hold in store? First of all it amazes with its wildlife, and beautiful landscapes dotted with absolute treasures of wooden architecture, such as the tserkovs in Radruż and Gorajec. Those interested in history can follow the trail of bunkers along the Molotov Line, relics of the unusual events which once took place in this region. Famous people linked with Roztocze include St. Brother Albert and King John III Sobieski.
The natural environment of the Bieszczady, the Low Beskids and Roztocze is a magical world, combining wildness with harmony, it is a world of fascinating impressions, and at the same time a peaceful and quiet area. Each tourist will find here the emotions they dream of.
Hiking trips along the Sub-Carpathian trails leave enduring memories. Echoes of these can be encountered in innumerable poems and songs recalling “the Land of Placidity”. The appeal of the Bieszczady also lies in stories created by generations of travellers, legends of the enchanted and secret places, and tales about the sense of endless freedom.
In Podkarpackie, the mountain trails lead through areas which enchant enthusiasts of walking tours not only with unforgettable views from mountain grasslands and summits, but also with the abundance of flora and fauna.
Those into more intense sensations, venturing into the natural beech forest, can encounter a wisent, lynx, or even a bear. Yet, the Bieszczady Mountains are not only home to big predators; this is also natural habitat for a large variety of birds. This is a rich world of colourful insects, rare species of amphibians, and obviously variety of mosses, lichens and flowering plants. The primeval environment of the Bieszczady is a perfect place for exploring nature and for tracking animals or bird watching. The unique value of the Bieszczady flora and fauna can be seen in the fact that here one can even encounter subtropical species, such as flycatchers, as well as the Aesculapian snake, native only to this part of Europe.
In the Region there are over 90 hiking trails, in total exceeding the length of 2,800 km. Outlined in the Podkarpackie, the trails traverse the mountains, the foothills, and the lowlands. Because of their scenic qualities, the trails located in the Bieszczady and the Low Beskids are most popular. However, the routes of the Przemyśl Foothills, Słonne Mountains and Roztocze can also be recommended as they lead to landmarks of material culture, and places of historical importance