Wlosan

• Włosań is about 3 km south of Mogilany.
• St. Rita’s Chapel was built in 2006 as a votive chapel by the Loster family.
• Ośrodek Jeździecki Włosań is located on the scenic hills of the Pogórze Wielickie.
• The “Kucyk” package is for children aged 4 to 8.

St. Rita’s Chapel was built in 2006. The Loster family had it constructed as a votive chapel in gratitude for graces received through the intercession of Saint Rita. It is designated as a sacred place and a place of prayer. Its religious significance is therefore at the heart of the chapel: it is a point of interest for visitors interested in places of faith.

The municipality lists another church in Włosań as a monument and tourist attraction: Kościół NM Królowej Polski. Together with St. Rita’s Chapel, it offers a cultural point of interest for travelers who want to include religious sites in their interests. The two references are to different places: the chapel named after St. Rita and the church listed by the municipality.

A local tradition recalls how the forests were once used by the people of Włosań. After helping guard the forest, they received permission from Bolesław Wstydliwy to set up beehives there, collect honey and fish. The permission thus linked several uses of the forest to the service they had previously provided by guarding it. It offers a concrete glimpse into the historical relationship between local residents and their surroundings.

The place name probably also points to this history of the landscape: Włosań is said to derive from the word “wlasan” and to recall its former location in forests once called Czarny Las. This remains a probable explanation. Along with the account of the forest, beehives, honey and fishing, it makes the historical connection to the forest a distinct topic alongside the religious sights.

Ośrodek Jeździecki Włosań is located on the scenic hills of the Pogórze Wielickie. Numerous walking paths in the surrounding area lead to picturesque parts of this foothill region. Attractive cycling routes are also mentioned there. Walking and cycling are two different ways to experience the area around the equestrian center; specific route details are not provided.

The “Kucyk” package includes guided pony rides for children aged 4 to 8. A trainer or assistant leads the pony. This age range and the supervision are important details to consider if you are looking at the activity for a child in this age group. The Bistro Caffe Włosań at the equestrian center offers a place to relax and enjoy refreshments.

If you’re looking for a hotel in Włosań, you can first consider which aspect of the place is of most interest for your trip: St. Rita’s Chapel and the church, the forest history, or activities around the equestrian center. The children’s package, walking paths and cycling routes each offer a different focus.

To compare other destinations, you can also consider Balice, Mogilany, Wrząsowice, Zabierzów, Sułkowice, Świątniki Górne, Libertów and Czerna.

How far south of Mogilany is Włosań?

Włosań is about 3 km south of Mogilany.

What does the “Kucyk” package include?

It is for children aged 4 to 8 and includes guided pony rides. A trainer or assistant leads the pony.

What paths are there around the equestrian center?

There are numerous walking paths in the area around Ośrodek Jeździecki Włosań, leading to picturesque parts of the Pogórze Wielickie, as well as attractive cycling routes.

For the broader travel overview: Krakow.