Herd of European bison in a summer meadow in Bialowieza Forest
Bison in Bialowieza

Bison in Bialowieza - where to see them in the wild in Bialowieza Forest.

European bison are symbols of Bialowieza Forest and one of the most sought-after attractions in the region.

From Dwor Bartnika you have an excellent starting point for observing these majestic animals both in the wild and in the reserve.

Wild bison in a field near Dwor Bartnika
4 km

Bison Feeding Station in the Forest

The closest place where you can see wild bison without fences. The feeding station is only 4 km from Dwor Bartnika. We organize melex trips for our guests.

Distance:4 km
Best time:Early morning (6:00-8:00) or dusk (17:00-19:00)
Season:Year-round, best in winter
Access:Melex from Dwor Bartnika or on foot
Bison in the snow at a winter feeding station
3 km

Gruszki - Herbarium and Sundial

In the village of Gruszki there is a herbarium and a unique sundial. This is also one of the places where you can meet bison at feeding stations set up in the forest.

Distance:3 km
Attractions:Herbarium, sundial
Access:Melex or bicycle
Young bison in a pasture near Narewka
5 km

Kosy Most Observation Tower

Viewpoint with a panorama of the Narewka river valley. Bison can often be observed here in their natural environment, especially in the early morning and evening.

Distance:5 km
View:Panorama of the Narewka valley
Access:Melex or bicycle
Majestic dark-coated bison in Bialowieza Forest
18 km

Bison Show Reserve

If you want 100% certainty of seeing bison, visit the Show Reserve in Bialowieza. In addition to bison, you will see zubronie (bison-cattle hybrids), deer, wolves, lynx and Polish konik horses.

Distance:18 km (Bialowieza)
Hours:9:00-17:00 (summer), 9:00-16:00 (winter)
Tickets:25 PLN regular, 15 PLN reduced
Guarantee:100% certainty of seeing bison
Bison in the fog on a frosty morning

When is the best time to observe?

By time of day

6:00-8:00Very high
8:00-16:00Low
17:00-20:00High

By season

Winter (Dec-Feb)Very high
Spring (Mar-May)Medium
Summer (Jun-Aug)Low
Autumn (Sep-Nov)High