The best road cycling routes in Brest Region

The observation tower overlooking the Narewka River floodplains is an excellent place to observe the wildlife of Białowieża National Park. From its summit, a panoramic view of the marsh forests unfolds, providing a haven for numerous birds, including storks and cranes. It's a great spot to quietly admire wildlife and spot animals in their natural habitat.

We visited Jadłodajnia on Sunday around noon. Mass had just ended at the church, and a group of people from the church went straight to the Jadłodajnia. It's best to avoid such moments, as they make the checkout line longer. I ordered tripe and pork tenderloin in chanterelle sauce with buckwheat groats and salad, asking for a larger portion. The price depends on the weight of the dish; it cost a little over 40 złoty, which, in my opinion, wasn't much considering the portion size. Very tasty, I recommend it. See the photo.

"U Kolarza" (At the Cyclist's), or Mr. Jurek Kuczko's, who was an outstanding cyclist. The inn serves local Podlasie cuisine, and please note that payment is cash only. I recently had delicious Russian pierogi there; I highly recommend them!

A great place for a larger group to stop, with a shelter, tables, and plenty of space. The site is known today primarily for the discovery of a Roman grave there in 1959, dating back to the 3rd-4th century AD. The grave was discovered while collecting gravel from a gravel pit located in section 396. Among the finds were human skeletons, pottery shards, and everyday objects. Source: https://www.encyklopedia.puszcza-bialowieska.eu/index.php?dzial=haslo&id=108

The Church of the Protection of the Mother of God in Sławatycze is an impressive Orthodox church from the early 20th century, the main spiritual centre of the local community. Built in 1910–1912 according to the design of Alexander Puring, it represents the Byzantine-Russian style with characteristic red walls and white details and five onion-shaped domes. The church survived a turbulent history, including the war period, the Vistula Action and years of devastation, but thanks to the efforts of Orthodox monks from Jabłeczna and the support of parishioners, it was renovated. The church is located on Kodeńska Street, right next to the market square, and today it once again delights with its restored frescoes and icons, being an interesting place to stop during a bicycle trip through Podlasie and Polesie.

Beautiful old Orthodox church next to the entrance gate to the Palace Park.

Immediately after its construction, in the 19th century, the church was widely considered (by the press of the time) to be the most beautiful in the entire Grodno Governorate. Its historical values are associated with the patrons and founders of the church - the royal family. The building was funded and built under the personal supervision of Tsar Alexander III, it was visited by the most distinguished state dignitaries and clergy, and was and is the place of important religious and secular ceremonies.

I remind you to absolutely not stop on this dangerous bend. To see the crosses on this hill, you should leave your bikes in a safe place and walk carefully along the side of the road.