Some say that when they first step through the gate of Ekosamotnia, they feel as if they've entered another world.
Much like Mary Lennox in The Secret Garden, they discover a place that has matured in silence over the years, now opening itself only to those who know how to slow down.
The garden surrounding Ekosamotnia is more than just greenery—it pulses with the rhythm of nature, memory, art, and care.
As the only garden in Krakow with an ecological certificate, it is maintained with a focus on harmony—with the earth, the seasons, and those who dwell here.
Here, you will find:
an old orchard with apple and plum trees
raspberry patches and a schisandra plantation
a small vineyard
edible chestnut trees—a rarity in this part of Europe
In season, you can pick fruit straight from the branches.
And in the kitchen, savor dishes prepared with ingredients grown right here, in harmony with nature and the garden's rhythm.
This garden is also a gallery.
Among the ponds, bridges, and pathways stand monumental sculptures by Roman Husarski and mosaics by his son, Juliusz.
It's as if the land itself is imbued with creativity—subtle, organic, naturally integrated into the landscape.
This is no coincidence.
For decades, Ekosamotnia has been a haven for artists—hosting creators like Stanisław Lem, Zofia Puget, Andrzej Bursa, Wiktor Zin, and many others.
Today, their spirits still linger—perhaps in the light filtering through the leaves, perhaps in the shadow of the over 100-year-old gazebo.
The garden transitions into forest.
From its paths, you can embark on longer hikes—to the Wolski Forest, the mounds, or the Benedictine and Camaldolese monasteries.
Or simply wander here—amidst wild birds, ravines, natural glades, and woodland inhabitants.
Ekosamotnia's Ecological Garden is not a tourist attraction.
Please do not treat the garden as a public park—it is open to those of you who are resting with us.
It is a space for contemplation. For being.
A reminder that nature can be our ally—not merely decoration, but a part of ourselves.
