Ojcow National Park

from 130PLN

Ojcow National Park and Pieskowa Skała Castle

Ojców National Park, only 16 km away from Krakow, is the smallest national park in Poland, however it has great number of unique sites to see. Short walk through this park allows you to see rare examples of fauna and flora (like Betula oycoviensis, fir, hornbeam, common sea-buckthorn, bats, owls, goldcrest, tree frog ect.) In the park you will find also wonders of nature, like the Club of Hercules. There is a little bit of history as well - ruins of Castle in Ojców, part of a system of castles known as the Eagle's Nests and the culmination will be Castle in Pieskowa Skała, the marvelous Renaissance castle situated on white limestone rocks.

 

Tour in English: Wed, Fr, Sun

Departure time: 9:30 am

(we kindly ask to make reservation at least 1 day before tour starts)

What' included?

  • English speaking guide
  • transportation by mini van
  • entrance tickets

What you will see




The Ojców National Park's fauna and flora

The smallest but still one of the most beautiful national park in Poland.

The Pieskowa Skała Castle

One of the most glorious exmples of Renaissance residential architecture.

Ruins of castle in Ojców

built by King Casimir III the Great in the 14th century.

The Chapel on the Water

According to local legend Tzar Nicholas II, prohibited commerce constructions of sacred objects on his land and clever people built it "on the water".

The Club of Hercules

Famous limestone rock formation.


Before your visit

There is minimal number of participants required: min. 2 people

Where is the meeting point?
If booked in advance, we can pick you up at your hotel in Krakow. Otherwise, the meeting place is at Matejko Square no. 2, where our check-in office is.
How long is the tour?
Tour lasts ca. 5h
What should I wear?
We suggest to wear casual outwear and comfortable outdoor shoes.
Is there break during this tour?
During the tour there is coffee break in one local cafe. Lunch is not included.