Thanks to the development of education and infrastructure, many tourist sites have been adapted to the needs of different groups of visitors. Today, people with mobility difficulties, seniors and families with small children can fully enjoy the charms of this part of Poland without worrying about the obstacles encountered.

It is worth noting that the accessibility of tourist sites is not limited to museums. Castles, parks, observation towers and even mountain trails have been adapted for wheelchairs, and walking paths are comfortable for both the elderly and families with children. The adaptation of infrastructure includes not only sidewalks and paths, but also elements such as ramps, elevators and toilets that make it possible to comfortably enjoy tourist attractions.

This makes Lower Silesia an ideal destination for trips. The region offers easy access to a variety of attractions, and the growing awareness of tourism accessibility makes it a welcoming place for everyone. It’s also worth mentioning that the staff, thanks to numerous training courses, are properly qualified to serve tourists with different needs. It is empathy and careful preparation of places that make the region inviting not only to visit, but also to return. Lower Silesia is a place that not only delights, but also invites you to discover its unique treasures. It offers a wide range of attractions adapted to the needs of people with limited mobility, allowing them to fully enjoy their trip without worrying about the difficulties they encounter.

The following list presents suggestions for places that have been highly rated in terms of accessibility. However, it should be emphasized that these are only a selection of the many that await tourists!

JOURNEY INTO THE UNKNOWN

The photo shows the market square and the townhouses and small trees visible there. In the background is a brick church with two towers. — Market Square in Legnica, photo: city of Legnica

The northwestern corner of the Lower Silesian province is still a completely unknown area for many tourists. Most people will mention Legnica or Glogow from the more important places. But what about such pearls as Chojnów? How about the Przemkow Landscape Park and the Bory Dolnośląskie? This is a real treasure chest, and whoever looks into it once will surely return to these places.

Legnica
Chojnów
Blueberry Bog Nature Reserve
Viewing tower on Przemkowskie ponds
Glogow

Link to “Journey into the Unknown” tour

THE MAGIC OF WATER

An aerial view of the castle located on the shore of the lake, which is surrounded by a forest in autumn colors. — Castle Czocha on Lake Leśniańskie, photo: Castle Czocha

The Lusatian Neisse, Kwisa and Beaver are three picturesque rivers of Lower Silesia that flow quite imperceptibly right next to the region’s remarkable attractions. It is the water, which has been making natural trails for thousands of years, that has become both the protagonist and the main attraction of this route. Its magic invariably captivates and attracts tourists in large numbers. Man decided to somewhat tame the wildness of nature, whose unpredictability resulted in catastrophic floods and human tragedies, but did not harm it in the process. Thus, at the beginning of the 20th century, it was decided to regulate the waters of the Bóbr and Kwisa rivers by building stone dams. As a consequence, Lower Silesia was enriched with three beautiful lakes: the Pilchowicka, Zlotnickie and Lesniańskie lakes. It’s time to set out on the trail to discover the magic of water!

Zgorzelec
Luban
Forest
Leśniańska Dam
Czocha Castle
Zlotnicka Dam
Lubomierz
Wleń
Pilchowice Dam

Link to “Magic of Water” tour

MOUNTAINS UP!

Aerial view of the Jizera Mountains with the large observation tower visible in the foreground. — Sky Walk observation tower in Swieradow-Zdroj

There is a magic hidden in the panoramas of the mountains that is difficult to describe. The slopes climbing towards the peaks inspire awe and make one realize how small man is in the face of the power of nature. Looking at Sněžka, it is not surprising that centuries ago people described its height as several thousand meters and considered it one of the highest mountains in the world. It is a myth that the mountains can only be admired on grueling hikes. There are many places where we will arrive in a much simpler way, and the delight will be no less. The route begins at one of the most interesting vantage points in the region, Glider Mountain. It’s time to shatter the stereotype of inaccessible mountains!

Glider Mountain
Szklarki waterfall
Death Bend
Swieradow-Zdroj
Black Mill

Link to “Mountains Up” route

CREATIVELY IN THE LAND OF EXTINCT VOLCANOES

In the foreground, a group of children can be seen heading downhill toward a white building with a light-colored roof. — Sudecka Zagroda Edukacyjna

Extinct volcanoes in Poland? But of course! We have quite a few of them, and one of the largest concentrations is located in the southwestern part of the Lower Silesian province. Those traveling from Legnica to Zlotorya by the main road can see a sign informing them that they are just crossing the border of a unique land. We know from the geological past that millions of years ago, when our planet was being formed, everything looked quite different from now. Vigilant observers today can spot only faint remnants of that period. You don’t have to be a specialist in this field to see peaks in the Kaczawskie Foothills landscape that look like volcanic cones.
A perfect example is the Ostrzyca towering over Proboszczów, which already from a distance leaves no illusions about its volcanic past. If you dusted its top with snow, it would look like a miniature of Japan’s Fuji volcano, which is perhaps the world’s most iconic mountain. It is in the shadow of these ancient basalt rocks that the Kaczawska Cooperation Network is thriving. It is formed by artists, educators and enthusiasts. The guiding features of this joint venture are originality and regionality. The group’s rich offer includes quite a few workshops accessible to any tourist. For organizational reasons, not all places and activities are suitable for people with physical disabilities. Instead, the kindness and empathy of the facilitators open wide horizons for those experiencing emotional and mental difficulties. The activities develop sensory skills and engage a variety of senses. It is a wonderful adventure
in the shadow of extinct volcanoes.

Gold fever
Shahulcowelove and Kachawski Block printing
Green volcano
Sudecka Zagroda Edukacyjna

Link to “Creatively in the Land of Extinct Volcanoes” tour.

FRAGILE HISTORY

An aerial view of the market square in Boleslawiec. Colorful townhouses, a bit of urban greenery, and the city hall building in the center. — Boleslawiec Market Square, photo: city of Boleslawiec

Traces of the past can be sought in various ways. History sometimes makes a lasting imprint in nature and architecture. It also happens that the remnants of it are as fragile as porcelain or glass, and then you have to be extremely careful that they are not lost for centuries. A journey in search of the history hidden in a magical corner of Lower Silesia begins in Boleslawiec. The ceramics produced here are perhaps the most famous in Poland. This city, like many others in the region, hides many more attractions.

Boleslawiec
Brunovo Palace
Lviv
Grodziec Castle
Versus Gallery
Raven Rocks in Jerzmanice-Zdrój
Zlotoryja

Link to “Fragile History” tour

UNDERGROUND AND IN THE MOUNTAINS

The photo shows a corridor of the mine, along which colorful helmets are strung. — Zloty Stok mine corridor, photo: Zloty Stok mine

Part of Lower Silesia’s tourist wealth is hidden deep underground. We are, of course, talking about underground tourist routes. There is no other region in Poland with such a high density of various attractions of this type. Due to the nature of these places, they are difficult to access, so it is all the more gratifying that any tourist can see them. In addition, the underground gems are located in the surroundings of beautiful mountains, so you can easily combine sightseeing of underground and sky attractions. The starting point of the tour is the historic Gold Mine in Zloty Stok, and it is there that this wonderful adventure begins.

Zloty Stok
Ladek-Zdrój
Bear Cave
Mary of the Snow Sanctuary
Duszniki-Zdrój

Link to “Underground and Mountain” tour

IN THE BARYCZ VALLEY

Emerging from behind the branches is a white church with dark decorations. — St. John Bobola Church in Milicz, photo. Milicz

The Barycz River is 139 kilometers long. As early as the 13th century, it drew the attention of Cistercians who settled in Lubiaz. They created a network of ponds in the vicinity of Milicz and Mlodzianow, which covered an impressive area of almost 2,300 hectares. Thus began an era of cooperation between man and nature that continues to this day. There is probably no other such large carp farm in Europe, and it is certainly difficult to point out another such important sanctuary for water birds in this part of the continent. Currently, the complex consists of about 280 ponds (some are seasonally drained). More than 275 species of birds can be spotted in the sky over the Barycz Valley, of which as many as 166 nest in the area. Cranes, herons, geese geese or bald eagles are among the most frequently seen here. In order to protect them, a nature reserve has been established and some of the dikes separating the ponds have been excluded from tourist traffic.

The route begins in Zmigrod, in a fairytale park located right next to the river. Suddenly from among the centuries-old trees there emerge mysterious ruins….

Żmigród
Olszyny Niezgodzkie Nature Reserve
Ore Sułowska
Sułów
Milicz
Causeway on the Sunny Mountain Pond
Tree House in Walkova

Link to “In the Barycz Valley” route.

GREEN RING

View of castle surrounded by green park with red roof and towers — Topacz Castle, photo.

The capital of the Lower Silesian region, Wroclaw, boasts as many as 44 parks within the city limits. Some of them are small, while others make up for their size and spread greenery over as much as a hundred hectares. Most are very old, such as Szczytnicki Park, while some are young or just emerging, such as Krzycki Park, which covers the area between Reymonta Street and Kraszewski Street. Such oases of greenery, especially in the past when communications were not very well developed, gave people the opportunity to get in touch with nature. They diversified urban space, provided shade and allowed people to relax to the sound of trees and the singing of birds. These functions, despite the passage of years, have not changed, and residents of 21st-century Wroclaw stroll through park alleys with the same joy as those of a century ago. The city has its own true green ring, and one is mistaken who thinks that all parks are the same. Each in its own way is special and unique.

The route begins in Szczodre Park, which impresses with its natural beauty seamlessly combined with modern amenities. Although it is not located within the capital of Lower Silesia, but for residents of the northern districts of Wroclaw it is an ideal place where they can go for a walk away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Unlike the other routes, this one will skip the descriptive part of getting between points. Visiting the green ring of Wroclaw can be treated as more of a challenge, as each park is worth a longer trip. Their selection is intended to show the great diversity. Suggesting places, located in different parts of the city, will allow everyone, regardless of where they live, to find a park nearby. People coming to Wroclaw can use this collection as an interesting suggestion for a rest on the way to the center. A common feature of all parks is their accessibility for
wheelchair users, so I will omit practical information from this tour.

Park in Szczodr
Park and Castle in Lesnica
Grabiszynski Park
Park Kleciński
South Park
Topacz Park and Castle
Eastern Park
Szczytnicki Park

Link to “Green Ring” route

IN THE SHADOW OF JANOWICKIE RUDAWY

In the foreground you can see a flowerbed, from behind which grows a stately palace in cream and orange colors. — Lomnica Palace, photo.

The Lower Silesian land of palaces, scattered across the Jeleniogórska Valley, delights with its beauty. It is hardly surprising that the builders of the past chose just such locations. Integrated into the landscape, the majestic buildings created a truly fairy-tale atmosphere. Their fate after World War II was tragic. Most of the buildings fell into disrepair. The spirit of dignity had to give way to the people’s government, which had its own vision for the development of the palace interiors. However, the page of history turned (though not for all) and today we can admire these architectural pearls gleaming in the shadow of the Karkonosze Mountains.

The route starts in Wojanowo on the Beaver River, crosses the bridge over the river and after a few hundred meters there is a descent to the parking lot at the next palace.

Palace in Wojanow
Łomnica Palace
Karpniki Castle
Rock Bridge

Link to the route “In the shadow of the Janowickie Ore Mountains.”

LOWER SILESIAN CLASSIC

A bird's-eye view of the Książ Castle, wrapped in the forest of the Książ Landscape Park. — Castle Książ in Walbrzych, photo: Walbrzych Municipality

It happens, and not only in movies, that people are faced with the task of creating a time capsule. Usually for posterity, but sometimes even for other civilizations. The message must be concise, universal and at the same time meaningful. It should contain the most representative elements, that is, the essence of uniqueness. How to present Lower Silesia in such a way? Which places to choose to tell the story of this region almost without words? Architecture, religion, culture, nature, industrial past, people… There are quite a lot of components on which the charm of Lower Silesia is based. All these aspects will be best captured by the classic route. It will be ideal for getting to know Lower Silesia in a nutshell, for example, when we have to show someone visiting us what distinguishes this region of Poland from others.

Swidnica
Walbrzych
Szczawno-Zdrój

Link to the route “Lower Silesian classic”

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