The Cichociemni Run 2026

The Cichociemni Run in Sochaczew is not an ordinary obstacle race – it’s a true test of character, endurance, and fitness. The event pays tribute to the legendary Cichociemni paratroopers of the Home Army. The course in Sochaczew is known for showing no mercy: mud, water, barbed-wire entanglements, walls, and the natural terrain along the Bzura River make every meter a challenge 💨

Once you’ve cleaned the mud off your shoes, Sochaczew and the surrounding area (an hour from Warsaw) offer great places to unwind 🏰:

Narrow-Gauge Railway Museum: The largest open-air museum of its kind in Europe! A perfect spot for families—you can see dozens of historic locomotives and carriages, and even ride a retro train to the Kampinos Forest 🚂.

Ruins of the Masovian Dukes’ Castle: located on a picturesque hill above the Bzura. It’s a great place for couples for a sunset walk and a moment of reflection on the region’s history 🏰.

Żelazowa Wola: The birthplace of Frédéric Chopin is just a few kilometers from Sochaczew. A stroll through the beautiful park to the sounds of the master’s music is the best way to restore your spirit after extreme effort 🎹.

Sochaczew “pyza”: After that kind of effort, be sure to stop by local bars for homemade dumplings or pyzy—it's a solid dose of carbs your body will need 🥟!