The cascades and the reserve
The Tanew cascades form where rock steps run across the current. The water spills over them in a series of small cascades a few dozen centimetres high. There are dozens of such steps — one of the most recognisable natural phenomena in Roztocze.
What it looks like
- An education trail — a waymarked route through the reserve
- Wooden footbridges — over the river at its loveliest point
- The tree stand — protected beech and fir forest
- A confluence — the Jeleń joins the Tanew close by
Practical notes
The route to the reserve starts at Susiec — from the railway station or the central car park, then on foot along waymarked trails. The walk there and back takes about 2–3 hours. It is a comfortable route for families too. You must not leave the education trail — the area is strictly protected.
How to get there and practical info
- Location
- The „Nad Tanwią” reserve near Susiec, southern Roztocze
- Getting there
- By train from Zwierzyniec or Zamość to Susiec; then on foot along waymarked trails
- Character
- A reserve — a waymarked education trail with wooden footbridges
- Admission
- Free; in the reserve, keep to the paths
- Best time
- Spring and autumn — the highest water
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours there and back
Gallery
Photos taken on site. Photo: Marek Marcola.
When to go
The most water and the most spectacular flow — the best season for the cascades.
The height of the season and plenty of visitors; the water can be lower.
Golden beeches above the water, the loveliest mood.
Water running through the snow — a subtle, silent scene.
Other sights in Roztocze
Straight-line distances from „Susiec — the Tanew cascades" — calculated from real coordinates. By road it is often further.
Where to stay nearby
Places from our list that have Susiec — the Tanew cascades within walking distance or a short drive.
