South of Kraków

South of Kraków

Just a hundred kilometers south of Kraków lies the Winter Capital of Poland – Zakopane.

This small town located in a picturesque valley offers an unforgettable view of the Polish side of the Tatra Mountains. It is surrounded by the lovely Tatra National Park and offers a variety of enchanting hikingtrails for the casual tourist, as well as for an experienced hiker.

Tour of Zakopane 

Zakopane

Zakopane bustles with activity all year round with events Zakopane houses a myriad of cultural events such as the Ski Jumping contest, orthe Tatra May.

Thanks to a huge amount of private rooms for rent Zakopane is the favourite place for Poles to visit for the weekend, especially during Winter when you can enjoy the best slopes in Poland.

Zakopane is in immediate proximity to the Slovakian border, which gives access to the Slovakian hot springs and slopes. Unfortunately the railway connection to Zakopane is poor, therefore it’s best to use private means of transport, or specialized companies such as krakow tours Zakopane, a city that bustles with activity all year round, no matter if it’s the frosty winter, or the scorching summer.

Exploring southern Poland

Everyone can find something for himself here – there is a variety of pubs and coffee houses for the occasional couch potato, a myriad of walking trails for the casual tourist and a variety of hiking trails for the seasoned hiker.

Zakopane

Zakopane lies in the heart of a beautifull valley with an amazing view of the Tatra Mountains. Surrounded by the Tatra National Park it provides respite for people who seek refuge from their common problems.

In winter, it is the best Polish ski resort with slopes such as Nosal, or Gubałówka; during summer it’s the base for exploring the Tatras on foot. The salubrious climate of Zakopane attracted people since XIX century and it’s still a famous health resort.

Would you like to know more? If you’re exploring southern Poland you just can’t miss visiting Zakopane.