Herbal Walks
Educational walks in the Beskid Wyspowy mountains focused on local herbs and plants — their properties, traditional uses and ecological significance. Led by an expert, combining nature, health and local knowledge.
Agritourism · Nature · Tradition
Agro
Agritourism, Highland cattle, alpaca therapy, Herbal Walks and regenerative farming in the heart of the Beskid Wyspowy mountains.
Domain of Eliza Sieja-Smaga · Dobra, Beskid Wyspowy
Workshops
- Beekeeping"Where does honey come from?" — educational class with hands-on beeswax candle making
- "Hay Toys"Creative handicraft workshop for children and adults
- Oscypek cheese-makingDemonstration with hands-on cheese-making and tasting
Highland Cattle & Alpacas
Breeding of Scottish Highland cattle — one of the oldest and hardiest breeds, perfectly adapted to mountain conditions. Alpaca therapy as a form of natural, animal-assisted support. Both activities combined in the unique Zalasek environment.
Nature & Garden
Zalasek is home to rich biodiversity — from donkeys and peacocks roaming freely, through orchards bursting into blossom, to wildflower meadows and ancient trees. Every season brings a different face of nature here.
Regenerative Agriculture
Sustainable 21st century farming practices — regenerative agriculture, soil health, biodiversity and local food systems. Cooperation with technical universities on research into sustainable agricultural methods in mountain regions.
Mini Open-Air Museum
A collection of historic rural implements and folk artefacts preserved at the Zalasek farmstead — hand-carved beams dated 1932, antique cast-iron scales, old threshing tools and a wooden rocking horse. A living testament to Beskid craftsmanship.
Expert & founder
Eliza Sieja-Smaga
Mgr inż. · AGH Kraków · Co-founder of Zalasek
Materials engineer at AGH University of Krakow, specialising in graphene composites and non-ferrous metals. Co-founder of SNIS Błękit and the Zalasek agritourism farm. Combines cutting-edge materials science with a passion for sustainable rural development, Highland cattle breeding, alpaca therapy and the Herbal Walks programme in the Beskid Wyspowy mountains.
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