Gassy Coffee Ride | Warsaw By Bike

If you are a cycling fan in Warsaw, this route is your “bread and butter.” Known among local pros as the ultimate training ground, this 95.5-kilometer loop leads from the heart of the city, through royal surroundings, all the way to the most famous cycling cafe in the region. It is flat, it is fast, and it is a true test of your endurance.

You start from Rondo Radosława and head towards the Vistula via Słonimskiego Street, then follow the riverbank south. Cycling along the paths under Warsaw’s bridges, passing the Portowy Canal and the historic Fosa Legionów Dąbrowskiego, you leave the city bustle behind.

The route passes the baroque Wilanów Palace, the summer residence of King Jan III Sobieski. This is the last breath of great history before you enter the open spaces.

Along the way, you will cross a picturesque bridge at the mouth of the Jeziorka River—a great spot for a short rest and a souvenir photo. For fans of aviation, there is the Konstancin-Jeziorna airfield, where you can get a close-up look at small planes taking off.

Legendary “Gassy” and the Long Straight: This is where the heart of the route beats. This section is a place where the asphalt seems never-ending. It is here that road cyclists test their form on one of the most popular segments in Poland.

After tackling the demanding climb in Góra Kalwaria (Lipkowska Street), you will reach your destination. No trip to Gassy is complete without a visit to Góra Kawiarnia. It is the unofficial headquarters of the Warsaw cycling community. Drink an espresso, feel the “pro” atmosphere, and recharge your batteries before heading back.

The way back is made more pleasant by views of the Olszyna Łyczyńska Nature Reserve. You finish the route back at Rondo Radosława.