The Wooden Architecture Route

We invite you to follow the route that will take you where the scent of ancient logs, inside a church or a cottage, will help you find the spirit and serenity of the past. "Kazimierz the Great received a Poland made of wood but gave it back built of stone" - as the saying goes. However, as it was the case in towns mostly, in most rural areas local carpenters continued to build of wood. This seemingly inferior material was cheaper, more available and enabled people to be self-reliant. As a result wooden architecture still prevailed in the countryside where buildings were erected in perfect harmony with the landscape. The unmatched number of preserved objects in Ma¿opolska lead to the creation of The Wooden Architecture Route which stretches for about 1500 km comprising over 200 churches, belfries, granaries, cottages and manor houses. The trip takes you to the most attractive places which are within a relatively short distance from Krakow and also gives you a chance to see the countryside off the main tourist routes.

Address or meeting point

Bus park at 11 Powiśle Street opposite the Sheraton Hotel.

Hours & minutes

5 hours approximately.

Start or opening time

Departure on Monday and Thursday at 09:30 hours. From 01.04.2012 to 31.10.2012 we will leave at 09:00 hours

Position

Is it possible to get there by public transport? Yes.

Guides & companions

Is it done with a guide, a driver and/or an instructor? Yes.

Which languages do guide/instructors speak? English.

Are audio guides or brochures available? if so, in which languages? No.

Do you provide additional companions or personnel? No.

Shopping information

Are any commercial stops made during the tour? No.

Content & Specialized items

Are additional items needed? Which ones are included? Includes guide, transportation, admission to the heritage park in Wygiełzów.

List items not included and their renting cost at the venue Optional gratuity, food and drink, unless specified.

List the specific clothing required Comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year.

Meals

Is there a restaurant at the venue? Yes.

Are there restrooms available? Yes.

Drinks

Is there any place to get a drink? Yes.

Physical condition

What is the fitness level required? Any.

Would people with limited mobility have accessibility problems? (to the vehicle, to the restaurant,...) Yes.

Is it feasible for wheelchair-confined persons? No.

Advisories

Is there any fee or limitation for photo/video camera usage? No.

Product price detail

In English at 9.00 am

For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.