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The Bieszczady Forest Railway is a historic narrow-gauge railway departing from Majdan near Cisna and running through the wooded valleys of the Bieszczady Mountains. Once used to transport timber, it is now one of the region's best-known attractions.
The main tourist route runs from Majdan to Balnica and back. The trip takes about two hours, including a roughly 30-minute stop in Balnica. In summer, the railway uses both open and enclosed carriages. The foundation also runs selected steam-hauled trips to Solinka; the return journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. Timetables depend on the month and day, so check the official railway website before travelling. Do not assume that trains reach Przysłup: the section beyond Dołżyca remains suspended.
The line from Nowy Łupków to Cisna opened in 1898. Tourist services resumed in 1997 after the timber railway closed. Majdan station has historic rolling stock.
Buy tickets online or at the Majdan station ticket office. Online sales for a selected service may close the day before departure, and capacity is limited. On-board purchases are cash only. Prices, departure times and available routes change by season, so check the official timetable before visiting. Arrive early in summer. Dogs may travel if properly secured; an extra fee applies for dogs and prams. Allow around 2–3 hours for the Balnica return trip.
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