1. Poland
  2. Małopolskie
  3. Stryszów
  4. Ekocentrum ICPPC
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Ekocentrum ICPPC

Location and atmosphere

This farm is the seat of the ICPPC. (International Coalition to protect the Polish Countryside) The 100 year old traditional farmhouse was fully renovated in 1999 in traditional wood and stone. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, the house is a shrine to modern ecological living, with solar panels and many other innovations throughout. The farm and Ecocentre are 100% organic and GMO free . The farm offers adventure or solitude for whoever seeks it, with many marked walking and cycling paths leading through beautiful valleys, golden fields and peaceful meadows. In winter, visitors can partake of cross country or downhill skiing in the surrounding countryside.

Facillities

You can choose from three rooms for one, two or three persons, with each a bathroom and kitchenette. You have a big garden at your disposal, also ideal for children, because it is fenced. They can play the ball, badminton and play in the sandpit. Near the house there is also a small swimming-pool for them. You can order a typical rich Polish breakfast made of products from local farms or a traditional Polish dinner. Products from the farm are for sale. In the Ecocentrum they offer courses clay-and-straw building, renewable energy sources, organic and traditional farming, vanishing occupations and many more. See www.icppc.pl.

Surroundings and activities

The Malopolska region is amazingly rich in both natural and historical treasures. The farm is only 50 km from Kraków, yet nestled in the beautiful Beskidy mountains, covered with forests housing deer and badgers. Visitors can enjoy the wonderful parks and reserves in the area and pay a visit to the famous Babia Góra National Park, only 40km away, is a must. Within 10km of Stryszów there are a number of castles, monasteries and mansions to visit, including the house that Pope John Paul II was born in in Wadowice, only 14km away.

General information

Opening times accommodationyear roundReservationNecessary during whole year

Languages spoken

Polish, English

Lodging

Number of persons6Number of rooms3Price single room per night60 PLN/ 15 EuroPrice double room per night€ 100 PLN/ 25 Euro per room

Food

Sales of own produceBreakfast€ 30 PLN/ 8 EuroDinner€ 50-70 PLN/ 12-17 EuroDistance to supermarket1 kmDistance to restaurants2.5 km

Facilities

Campfire/barbecue

Facilities for playing outside

Guided excursions in the surroundings

Tours of the farm

Participation in daily farm-activities possible

Workshops and courses

Facilities and activities in the surroundings (< 15 km)

Marked trails

Guided nature tours

Horseriding

Tennis court

Wintersports

Children

Playground

Cot

Special target groups

Working on the farm (in exchange for board and lodging) possible

not allowed to smoke in the rooms

Pets allowed if agreed upon

Landscape characteristics

Height above sea level (in meters)385

Farm production

A part-time farm

Working according to IFOAM-principles

Pastural agriculture, Horticulture, Fruticulture, Stock breeding

Route description

Nearest cityWadowiceNearest villageStryszów