The narrow-gauge railway, winding through the charming valleys of the Bieszczady Mountains, wins the hearts of both young and older travelers. There are two routes to choose from, leading from the station in Majdan to the towns of Dołżyca and Balnica. Regardless of the season, the railway invites you on unforgettable journeys. In wooden carriages, it opens up before passengers the best of what the Bieszczady has to offer: forests, mountains, and streams. The attraction is the answer for everyone asking what to see in the Bieszczady.
Bieszczady Forest Train
Majdan 17
38-607 Cisna
phone: 13 468 63 35
email: biuro@fbkl.pl
online tickets
THROUGH THE TRACKS ACROSS THE BIESZCZADY: THE HISTORY OF THE FOREST train
The history of the Bieszczady Forest Trainbegan at the end of the 19th century when, in response to the growing popularity of this economical means of transport in mountainous areas, its first section from Nowy Łupków to Cisna was built. Its main role was to transport wood, which was then distributed throughout the Austro-Hungarian Empire via the Łupków–Przemyśl line.
The difficult period of both World Wars, when the railway was used by the military, led to its devastation. Renewal came with the establishment of the Wood Industry Plant in Rzepedź in the 1950s and 60s, when the railway began to function again, transporting wood and passengers.
The systemic changes in 1989 brought difficulties, as the timber industry became unprofitable. Fortunately, thanks to the enthusiasts grouped around the Forest Railway Foundation, since 1997 the railway has gained a new life as a tourist attraction of the Bieszczady.
CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE AND DISCOVER THE ATTRACTIONS OF THE BIESZCZADY
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Bieszczady nature by choosing one of two picturesque routes. The first, Majdan-Balnica-Majdan, runs along the Solinka stream. On this journey, you will pass a historic 19th-century bridge, the village of Żubracze, and the Hyrlata and Matragona massifs. Every kilometer of this route is an unforgettable story that reveals what to see in the Bieszczady. Choosing the second option, the Majdan-Dołżyca-Majdan route, you have the opportunity to take a break in the charming Cisna, which is an ideal base for hiking trips in the area. Cisna also tempts with excellent cuisine and the hospitality of local guesthouses. And for those who decide to continue the journey, the Bieszczady landscapes will reveal even more of their secrets.
To guarantee your place on this extraordinary journey, especially during the season when crowds of tourists seek Bieszczady attractions, we recommend purchasing tickets online. The first route is about a two-hour trip with a historic steam locomotive, while the second lasts a bit shorter (1h 20 min) and the carriages are pulled by a diesel locomotive.
MORE ABOUT THE BIESZCZADy FOREST train
To delve into the secrets of this tourist attraction, a visit to the Bieszczady Forest Train Museum located at the station in Majdan is essential. Among its most fascinating exhibits, you will find historical locomotives, carriages, original station signs, and railway workers' uniforms.
A spacious parking lot for cars and buses is also available at the station, as well as shops offering souvenirs related to the railway adventure.
Places worth seeing nearby:
Ciśniańsko-Wetliński Park Krajobrazowy
Photo: Gabriela Joniec
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