Jurassic Adventure by bike

Polski English
      Great bike tour along the so-called "The Eagles’ Nest Trail" on the area of Jura Krakowsko-Częstochowska. It was a historical Polish route used for transporting goods in the Medieval times. It was protected by the Medieval castles and fortresses. Nowadays, we can visit mostly some ruins of them. However ruins survived to our times and are made available to the public. They create a climate in which we can hear the sound of a medieval past.                                                     
The route largely runs in Jurassic limestone rocks, wild forests and valleys between high cliffs, sculptured by the former see.That is why we find  the fossils of marine creatures so often here.This route belongs to one of the most beautiful trails in Poland.

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DAY 1

Meeting Point - Białopradnicki Manor House - Zielonki - Prądnik Korzkiewski - Giebułtów - Ojcowski N.P. (castle) – Pieskowa Skała (castle)


     Our bike tour begins in the city centre in the meeting point at the corner of Błonia Park. After leaving the old city centre we go towards the Białoprądnicki Manor House. This elegant Renaissance Villa used to be a residence and a meeting place of the famous Polish poets and writers, such as Mikołaj Rej (1505-1569) or Jan Kochanowski (1530–1584). This building, called “The Pearl of the Prądnik Valley”, is located near the Prądnik brook, close to the ruins of the oldest Krakow’s paper mill, and is surrounded by a lovely park. From the Białoprądnicki Manor House we go along the Prądnik up to the Ojcowski National Park, where we can admire the marvellous hilly scenery. On the way we also stop and visit a couple of typical Polish villages. But our main destination of this day is Ojców famous for its beautiful landscape and mysterious limestone cliffs. Riding down between the cliffs one  can experience extraordinary atmosphere of tranquillity  and some taste of melancholy, especially on a foggy autumn day...We also visit a legendary Łokietek Cave named after a Polish king Władysław Łokietek (1260–1333). According to the legend the king hid himself his in the cave escaping from the rival's overwhelming forces. He survived thanks to the spider which covered the cave-entrance by his cobweb.In the Ojcowski National Park we also spend some time visiting the ruins of the Medieval castle.Our pension is located in the vicinity of Pieskowa Skała. Here is another castle, which we will have the opportunity to explore. In the evening time we organize a bonfire.  
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DAY 2

Pieskowa Skała (castle) – Sułoszowa - Olewin - Rabsztyn (castle) –  Jaroszowiec - Golczowice - Bydlin (castle) - Ogrodzieniec (OPTIONAL) - Zalesie Golczowickie - Jaroszowiec - Rabsztyn (castle) – Pieskowa Skała (castle)


      This day we open from a breakfast. When you pack your luggage we go to Rabsztyna. Here are further ruin of the Castle, which hid behind the mysterious secrets. According to the legend the second castle is hidden deep underground here and it is inhabited by the pertified knights.  was deep in the basement there is a second Castle, inhabited by the skamieniałych Knights  They wake up from sleep only once a year. Perhaps we will have a chanse to see them.The road to Rabsztyn leads by beautiful forests of jura, where you can feel as in the amazing and mysterious world.                                    
The landscape changes. However it is still  beautiful and nature often reminds the desert areas,. It is because of the Błędowska Desert, situated near. This route is a paradise for lovers of nature. Beautiful forests inhabited many species of animals and plants. Calm and tranquility prevailing here will allow us to actively relax.  We also stop to see some Jurassic rivers and villages. The next place worth to see is the former castle in Bydlin. Unfortunately its ruins are poorly preserved and history fades away somewhere in mystical scenes. On our way back we follow the wild forests and Jurassic ravines.
Every moment in this place is a great opportunity to relax  and contact with wild nature. In the evening we organize a bonfire and we will  roust sausages and potatoes.  This day is a really remarkable attraction, full of wonders of nature and history.

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DAY 3

Pieskowa Skała (castle) – Ojcowski N.P.(castle) – Będkowska Valley – Kobylańska Valley – Kluczwody Valley –  Wierzchowska Górna Cave –  Gacki - Modlnica - Giebułtów - Zielonki - Białoprądnicki Manor House (KRAKÓW)

      
That is the last one, but also full of sensations day of our cycling tours. From Pieskowa Skała we cycle to our first main destination, Będkowska Valley. We can see the beautiful landscape and mysterious limestone cliffs here. Riding down between the cliffs one can experience extraordinary atmosphere of tranquillity and some taste of melancholy. We can also have some fresh and delicious fish and chips in the traditional fish-farm. This valley is a perfect place for climbers, and every adventurous, nature loving person will be delighted.
We also visit some nice caves there. Some of them still hide their secrets so perhaps you are the guy who will happen to discover another treasure inside. Afterwards we cycle to Kobylanska and then to Kluczwody Valley where we visit the Wierzchowska Cave. The cave is undoubtedly one of the most often visited tourist attractions in the commune. It is located in the Kluczwody Valley, about 16 km away from Krakow, and is the largest Karst form of this type in the Krakowska Highland. The unusual cave interior arose interest in scientists, who conducted many research activities in it. During archaeological work, bones of animals of the glacier time and traces of Neolithic human activities were found here.

Our offer combines the history of the Polish nation and folklore and leads us into the world of nature and the gifts of the Earth. The area of Jura is rich in rare species of plants and natural rock formations, therefore you can really take a good rest there and forget about the city traffic. Join us and discover some magical places where high limestone cliffs rise steeply out of lush green, where you can regain bodily and mental balance and tranquility.   

YOU MUST EXPERIENCE IT!!! 
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TRIP DURATION: 3 days    

PRICE INCLUDES:    
- accommodation (agriturismo)  
- tour-leader   
- breakfasts and suppers (buffet) 

- technical support 

  

PRICE: 269 PLN/person (70 euro)