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Bielsko-Biala Travel Guide: 5 reviews and 17 photos

St. Nicholas' Cathedral, Bielsko-Biala - Bielsko-Biala

I've only been to Bielsko-Biala a couple of times but I've really enjoyed the visits -- to me the city has a nice feel to it and I enjoyed wandering around the streets.

Gateway to the beautiful Beskid mountain range, it was originally two separate cities astride the River Biala, but Bielsko and Biala were united in 1951.

Its roots are in the textile industry and as I'm a native of northern England, perhaps that's why I like the place -- the atmosphere and the architecture are similar in some ways to what I've been used to over the years in Manchester and surrounding areas.

I first went to Bielsko-Biala on a day trip from Katowice in 2000 and then went again with Polish friends in May 2005 -- it was good to go back.

Last visit to Bielsko-Biala: May 2005
Intro Updated May 26, 2005
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Szyndzielnia Off The Beaten Path (1)

The beautiful mountain Szyndzielnia (1026 metres high) is not too far from Bielsko-Biala. I was fortunate to go by car... more travel advice

Walk the old streets ... Things to Do (3)

If you wander around the old market square area, you'll come across some beautiful little streets like the one in my... more travel advice

St. Nicholas' Cathedral Things to Do (3)

The Cathedral was built in the Gothic style between 1443 and 1447. At the beginning of the 20th century it was... more travel advice

Castle Things to Do (3)

Originally built in the 14th century, the castle has undergone many changes -- destroyed by the Swedes in 1645 and... more travel advice

Transportation (1)
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Diana75 Nov 16, 2006 at 2:27 AM

I'd love to visit the Bielsko-Biala. The cathedral is impressive and the streets very nice.
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ZiOOlek Nov 5, 2006 at 8:40 AM

Great to see ur Bielsko Biala page, Paul.:) I have been to the city many times but I need to spend more time there and just walk like ur advise is.:)
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Botev Mar 18, 2006 at 11:56 AM

Hi! I'll be passing by this city soon, on my way back from Turkey. Thanks for all the info.
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magor65 Jul 27, 2005 at 1:02 PM

Szyndzielnia is another place I know well (not so much Bielsko-Biala itself). It's great to know that you like it.
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keeweechic Jun 19, 2005 at 5:51 AM

I love the old back streets of these places... looks delightful. Quite a view from Szyndzielnia. Two cities combined, sounds like Budapest... thanks for the insight
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Toja May 28, 2005 at 3:47 PM

I've never been to this city. In your impression it seems charming :-)
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sihi May 26, 2005 at 8:02 AM

Whats the beautiful page! City looks amazing:) good job:)