The best traffic-free bike rides in Lasy Pszczyńskie

The Street Art Gallery in the underground passage (officially known as the „Art in the Underground” project) is an extremely spectacular point on the map of Tychy, located in a pedestrian-cycle tunnel under the DK1 route (Beskidzka Street) at the height of the Paprocany district. It is a must-stop (POI) to add to the Komoot app, which allows you to combine cultural immersion with a smooth bike ride.

Park Północny has a completely different atmosphere than St. Francis Park. It is much wilder, more naturalistic, and wooded. Its greatest attraction are three large fishponds (northern, central, and southern), which are a paradise for local waterfowl, amphibians, and unique vegetation (the protected water chestnut grows here, among other plants). The park's absolute highlight is a charming island on one of the ponds, accessed by a modern wooden footbridge (pier) and a Roman pavement. It's an ideal spot, isolated from the hustle and bustle, for a short rest on the route. In the area of Elfów and Edukacji streets, you will also find characteristic red architectural frames serving as original benches that frame the views of the greenery.

Most Bronisław - that's its name. When driving towards Oświęcim from Wola or Jedlina, it's the only option for cyclists. The new Oświęcim bypass is not adapted for cyclists and pedestrians.

A great place to take a break. Very friendly service. Huge selection.

The origins of the "Piast" Coal Mine in Lędziny, where the Social Services Center was opened, date back to 1843. It was then named "Henry's Joy" in honor of the last Anhalt Duke of Pszczyna. In the 19th century, it was called "Matylda," in the interwar period "Henryk," and then "Szyby Piast." After World War II, the name was finally changed to "Piast." After 150 years of operation, the mine was closed due to depletion of its resources. The hoist tower was demolished in 1999. On November 2, 2009, by decision of the Voivode, the district received this 4-hectare site. In 2015, a decision was made to revitalize the complex for social purposes. In 2018-19, a project entitled "Reconstruction of the Hoisting Machine Building for the Social Services Center of the Bieruń-Lędziny District" was implemented.

This mining monument, a shaft wheel, is located in Lędziny. This area is the former site of the KWK Piast mine. The building visible in the background is the former hoisting machine building, which has been renovated and now houses the District Social Services Center in Lędziny. This location commemorates the region's rich mining traditions, and the wheel itself is a tangible symbol of the mining industry in Upper Silesia. Many other towns in the region, such as Radzionków (Mini Open-Air Mining Museum) and Zabrze (Guido Mine, Queen Luiza Adit), also preserve the memory of mining through open-air museums and monuments.

The volunteer firefighters of Świerczyniec celebrated their 160th anniversary on July 9, 2017. The first mention of the local fire department was in 1857. The Pszczyna archives contain a note about an inspection of firefighting equipment in the Świerczyniec commune. At that time, a hand-held fire engine was located at Jedlina Manor. Nine years later, the Duke of Pszczyna built and equipped a fire station in Świerczyniec. The hand-held fire engine, with its horse-drawn carriage, served the firefighters until 1957. One of the first commanders was Augustyn Kłyk. Records from those early years are scarce. Word of mouth records indicate that Świerczyniec firefighters extinguished two major fires: one at the church in Bojszów and one at the buildings in Cielmice.

A local paved road runs along the Vistula River along Wałowa Street. A good alternative to exiting the heavily trafficked sections of Skromna and Wolska roads.