Sucha Beskidzka

Sucha Beskidzka is a town in southern Poland situated at 350 meters elevation along the Skawa River, surrounded by the Żywiec Beskids mountains. Its core is marked by a Renaissance castle built by Kasper Suski in 1554, which now holds collections and serves as a cultural venue.

The settlement began in 1405 when Prince Jan III of Oświęcim granted the Strzała family permission to establish it, and they governed the area until the late 15th century. Other ruling families later shaped its development, particularly during the Austrian-Hungarian period.

The local castle now serves as a regional cultural hub where visitors encounter the area's past through displayed objects and exhibits. The town itself sits nestled between mountains and a river, shaping how residents live and attracting those who love walking through natural landscapes.

The town sits on a railway line with connections to major Polish cities and serves as a starting point for hikes into the surrounding mountains. Visitors who enjoy walking will find good infrastructure for exploring the region on foot.

The castle library was founded by the Branicki family during the Austrian-Hungarian period and preserves valuable manuscripts and historical documents spanning multiple centuries. This collection makes the castle a special place for those curious about the region's written history.

Location: Sucha County

Inception: 1405

Elevation above the sea: 350 m

Shares border with: Gmina Maków Podhalański, Gmina Stryszawa, Gmina Zembrzyce

Website: http://sucha-beskidzka.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.74028,19.58861

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:00