The viaduct was constructed during the expansion of the Silesian Beskids railway line, a project essential for opening the region to tourism.
During World War II, the structure was prepared for demolition by retreating forces, but the plan was never executed, saving the bridge from destruction.
The design utilizes an arch-and-pier system to distribute the weight of trains across the uneven, hilly geography.
The viaduct is situated just a short distance from the terminal station of the railway line, marking the functional end of the track infrastructure in this valley.
Engineers had to solve complex challenges related to the soft, shifting ground of the valley when pouring the reinforced concrete foundations.
The Wisła Głębce railway viaduct is a monumental concrete arch structure built in 1933 as part of the railway line connecting Goleszów to Wisła Głębce. It spans 122 meters in length and stands 25 meters above the valley floor. The viaduct consists of seven spans, with its primary arch reaching a width of 20 meters. It serves as an active component of the regional railway network, specifically for the local train line ending at the Wisła Głębce station. The bridge is constructed entirely of reinforced concrete and was designed to accommodate the difficult, mountainous terrain of the Silesian Beskids. It remains one of the most prominent pieces of railway infrastructure in the region, reflecting interwar period engineering capabilities in Poland.
From the trail path leading into the valley directly underneath the main central arch.
Access the walking trail starting from the nearby station to get a view from below the arches.
Combine your visit with a hike up to the nearby Salmopol pass or the Stożek mountain peak.
Bring a wide-angle lens if you intend to photograph the full scale of the arches from the valley level.
Do not attempt to walk along the tracks on the viaduct, as it is an active railway line and trespassing is strictly prohibited.
