Jaroszowice: Beskid Slopes, Trails and Chapels

A substantial part of the Jaroszowice area is covered by forests. Key landmarks include a marked route to Jaroszowicka Góra, a cycling route called “Czarny” and several chapels in different parts of the area. The summit of Jaroszowicka Góra is 541 meters above sea level; the yellow-and-black-marked route to it is listed as taking about 1.5 hours.

The yellow-and-black-marked route begins beyond the bridge over the Skawa in Jaroszowice. From there, it reaches the summit of Jaroszowicka Góra, at 541 meters above sea level, after about 1.5 hours. This approximate time helps you include the ascent in your day’s plans; it refers to the walk to the summit.

The Romea Strata pilgrimage route also passes through Jaroszowice. Its 20-kilometer section within Wadowice Municipality passes through Wadowice, Chocznia, Zawadka and Ponikiew. This figure describes the section within the municipality, giving a different overview from the length of an individual local route.

For cyclists, the “Czarny”-marked route is another option: it runs from Wadowice via Zawadka and Jaroszowice to Klecza Dolna and is 9.5 kilometers long. This cycling route and the 20-kilometer section of the Romea Strata within the municipality are separate offerings. The figures are therefore particularly useful for distinguishing between a cycling route and a longer section of the pilgrimage route.

The Wadowice Trails are located nearby, on the slopes of Jaroszowicka Góra. The singletrail complex opened in June 2026 and includes an ascent and four descent lines. Difficulty ranges from an easy family trail to a route for experts. Powsinoga serves as an ascent on the western slopes of Jaroszowicka Góra, leading to the summit of the complex.

A designated parking lot in the Jaroszowicka Góra area serves as a starting point for the Wadowice Trails; visitors continue from there by bicycle to the trails. Walks in the area around the Góra also take place as part of the Carpathian Local Initiative “Getting to Know the Nature of the Beskids.” Thus, in addition to the routes, walks are a distinct activity in the nearby area.

Several chapels reveal different locations and periods of origin. In the center, on the road to Wadowice, there is a chapel with a figure of the Man of Sorrows dating from the 19th century. A brick chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help also dates from the first half of the 19th century. In front of the cemetery entrance stands a brick pillar chapel with a figure of the Man of Sorrows.

Other pillar chapels in the center offer different points of interest: one stands beside a wooden house and combines a figure of Our Lady of the Rosary with a stone cross; it dates from 1903. Near property No. 115 is a pillar chapel with a figure of Our Lady of the Rosary dating from 1908. Together, these locations show that the chapels differ not only in their dates but also in where they are situated.

First, consider which activities you want to shape your stay: the marked ascent, a cycling route, the nearby Wadowice Trails or the chapels in various parts of the area. An approximate time is given for the ascent; the “Czarny” cycling route is listed as 9.5 kilometers long. These different points of reference can help you organize your plans.

Compare specific hotel offers based on their stated locations and your planned activities. This way, you can choose not just by the name of the place, but by which location suits your plans. If you would also like to explore the area by bicycle, include the designated parking lot that serves as a starting point for the Wadowice Trails in your plans.

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Where does the marked trail to Jaroszowicka Góra begin?

It begins beyond the bridge over the Skawa in Jaroszowice. The summit, at 541 meters, is reached after about 1.5 hours.

How long is the “Czarny” cycling route?

The route runs from Wadowice via Zawadka and Jaroszowice to Klecza Dolna and is 9.5 kilometers long.

Which chapels date from the 19th century?

In the center, on the road to Wadowice, there is a chapel with a figure of the Man of Sorrows dating from the 19th century. A brick chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help dates from the first half of the century.

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