The railway uses a 600mm narrow-gauge track, a standard once common for industrial forestry operations in Poland.
Topiło, the final destination, was historically a settlement built specifically for forest workers and charcoal burners.
The route passes through one of the oldest and best-preserved sections of the Białowieża Primeval Forest.
The railway equipment includes both historical locomotives and carriages adapted from former timber transport wagons.
The route features a bridge crossing over the Leśna Prawa river.
Topiło's artificial pond was originally created to facilitate timber rafting during earlier industrial periods.
The Hajnówka-Topiło Narrow Gauge Railway operates as a preserved forest train route located in the heart of the Białowieża Primeval Forest. Originally developed for timber transport, the line now functions as a tourist attraction managed by the State Forests. The route connects the town of Hajnówka with the remote forest settlement of Topiło. Passengers travel in open-air carriages along a 600mm gauge track system. The railway provides access to deep forest sections that are otherwise difficult to reach on foot. The ride often includes a stop at Topiło, where visitors can view a man-made forest reservoir and nature trails. The journey offers unique perspectives on the biodiversity of the Podlaskie region's forest ecosystem.
The mid-point river crossing or the picturesque wooden station architecture at Topiło.
Bring insect repellent, as the forest track passes through damp, wooded areas prone to mosquitoes.
Check the official State Forest website for the current season's schedule, as runs are dependent on demand and weather conditions.
Wear layers, as the open-air carriages can be breezy even on warm summer days.
Assuming the train runs daily; it is a seasonal attraction that typically requires prior booking for group excursions.
Operates seasonally from late spring through early autumn; weekend services are more frequent, while weekday runs often require group reservations.
Remain seated while the train is in motion and do not discard waste in the forest during the stop at Topiło.
