Polana, Bieszczady County

Polana is a mountain village in the Bieszczady region of southeastern Poland, situated at about 430 meters in elevation and surrounded by the valleys of Gluchy and Czarna streams. The settlement spreads along local roads with a wooden church as its central structure and ruins of an older Catholic chapel that mark the religious past of the community.

The settlement was founded by mountain farming communities and developed into a religious center with multiple places of worship. In the 20th century the local community structure disappeared, yet the remaining structures still tell the story of this past.

The wooden church displays traditional sacred architecture typical of this mountain region and draws visitors exploring the Wooden Architecture Trail.

The village is accessible via local roads and hiking trails and sits in a region with established routes for walkers. Visitors should expect uneven paths and hilly terrain, requiring suitable footwear for comfortable exploration.

A stone bell tower from the 18th century still stands where the Catholic chapel once was, representing a rare example of religious architecture from that era. This structure is often overlooked but remains a striking reminder of the village's past.

Location: Gmina Czarna, Bieszczady County

Elevation above the sea: 430 m

GPS coordinates: 49.30000,22.56667

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:05