Nature

Dłubnia Valley in the Jura

The Dłubnia Valley is a quieter corner of the Kraków–Częstochowa Upland, shaped by the Dłubnia River. Its valley and the adjoining upland form the Dłubnia Landscape Park, stretching from the Trzyciąż area to Raciborowice. This is not a single gated attraction: the best way to visit is to combine several points in a walk, road trip or cycling route.

Springs and the Valley of Mills

The park is known for its many cold springs. In Ściborzyce, look for the pulsating turquoise Jordan Spring; in Imbramowice, the Strusi Spring is another notable stop.

Heritage and trails

Imbramowice is home to a Norbertine convent and the Sanctuary of Christ’s Passion. You can combine it with the area around Glanów and the Ostrysz gorge, as well as the other churches and manor houses scattered through the park. Walking trails cross the valley, including the blue route from Ojców through Imbramowice and Glanów towards Wolbrom. Cyclists can use the marked Dłubnia Valley Cycle Route, about 47 km from Kraków to Trzyciąż.

Practical information

The landscape park is public and free to explore, but individual sites — convents, churches, museums and private manor complexes — may have their own rules and visiting hours. There is no single car park or entrance, so choose your starting point according to the route. Allow 2–3 hours for a short road trip; a fuller walk or bike ride takes half a day or more. Take care around springs and on rural roads, as not every section is suitable for wheelchairs.