What is a bikepark?
A bikepark is a specially designed terrain with mountain bike (MTB) trails, offering various difficulty levels - from gentle trails for beginners to extreme downhill descents for advanced riders. In Poland, bikeparks are often located on mountain slopes and offer lifts to make climbing easier.
Trail difficulty levels in bikeparks
Green trails
For beginners - gentle slopes, wide paths, minimal obstacles. Ideal for learning MTB basics.
Blue trails
For intermediate - moderate slopes, natural obstacles, require basic MTB technique.
Red trails
For advanced - steep descents, jumps, rocks, require good technique and experience.
Black trails
For experts - extreme descents, big jumps, technical sections. Only for very experienced riders.
Most popular bikeparks in Poland
🏔️ Bike Park Czarna Góra
Stronie Śląskie, Lower Silesia
One of the largest bikeparks in Poland with over 25 km of trails of various difficulty levels. Modern gondola lift, professional downhill and enduro trails.
- ✓ Gondola lift
- ✓ 25+ km of trails
- ✓ Bike service
- ✓ MTB school
🚵 Bike Park Kasina Ski
Kasina Wielka, Lesser Poland
Family bikepark with excellent infrastructure. Trails for all levels, pump track, restaurant and accommodation on site.
- ✓ Chairlift
- ✓ Pump track
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Accommodation
🌲 Bike Park Krynica
Krynica-Zdrój, Lesser Poland
Bikepark in the spa town of Krynica with beautiful views of the Beskid Sądecki. Varied trails and excellent tourist infrastructure.
- ✓ 2 lifts
- ✓ XC and DH trails
- ✓ Spa infrastructure
- ✓ Rental
What to look for when choosing a bikepark?
🎯 1. Skill level
Check if the park offers trails suitable for your level. Beginners should look for parks with many green and blue trails.
🚡 2. Lifts
The presence of a lift significantly increases comfort. Gondolas and chairlifts allow for more descents without tiring climbs.
🔧 3. Infrastructure
Bike service, rental, instructors, parking, restaurant - check what the park offers besides trails.
💰 4. Prices and passes
Compare lift pass prices. Some parks offer season passes or family promotions.
📍 5. Location and access
Check the distance from your place of residence, parking availability and accommodation options nearby.
👨👩👧👦 6. Family options
If you're going with family, choose a family-friendly park with easy trails and additional infrastructure for children.
Bikepark season in Poland
Most Polish bikeparks are open from May to October. Some larger resorts (like Czarna Góra) also operate on April and November weekends, depending on weather.
Best time to visit: June-September, when weather is stable and trails are in excellent condition. July and August are peak season - expect bigger crowds.
Safety and what to do in case of an accident
Riding in a bikepark involves risk of falls and injuries. Knowing basic safety rules and proper accident response can save health and life.
🛡️ Prevention - preventing accidents
- Mandatory helmet: Full-face for downhill, open-face minimum for easier trails
- Protective gear: Knee pads, elbow pads, spine protectors
- Working equipment: Check brakes, tires and shocks before descent
- Ride at your pace: Don't overestimate your abilities
- Watch the trail: Pay attention to other people and obstacles
- Follow the rules: Every bikepark has its own rules
🚑 What to do if you have an accident
- Stop and assess the situation - Don't try to get up immediately
- Check if you can move - Do you feel pain in your spine or neck?
- Call for help - Call other riders or dial emergency number
- Get off the trail - If you can, move to the side so you don't block others
- Report to patrol or medical point - Even with minor injuries
- Don't continue descent - If you feel pain or dizziness
👁️ What to do if you witness an accident
- Stop and secure the area - Warn other riders
- Assess victim's condition - Is he conscious? Is he breathing?
- Call for help - Call 112 or number given in park rules
- Don't move the victim - Unless there's immediate danger
- Provide first aid - If you can and it's necessary
- Wait for help - Don't leave victim alone
- Report accident to park staff - After services arrive or if possible earlier
📞 Emergency numbers
Important: Check the patrol phone number at the specific bikepark - it's often posted at ticket offices, lifts or information boards.
📋 Reporting accidents
Most bikeparks require reporting an accident to park staff, even if there were no serious injuries. This is important for:
- Insurance: Accident documentation needed for possible claims
- Statistical: Helps the park improve safety
- Legal: Protection for both victim and park
What to report: Accident location, time, circumstances, witnesses, characteristic trail features.
💳 Insurance
Before going to the bikepark, check if your insurance covers extreme sports or mountain biking. Many standard policies exclude such activities.
- Personal accident insurance (NNW)
- Liability insurance (OC)
- Medical and rescue costs insurance
Some bikeparks offer one-day insurance when purchasing a lift pass.