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ZAKOPANE POLAND
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ZAKOPANE THINGS TO DO:
- snowmobile tour is an unforgettable attraction for everyone
SNOWMOBILE TOURS
- sleigh rides in the Chocholowska Valley in the Tatra National Park
SLEIGH RIDE
- the largest and most important sport event in Zakopane
SKI JUMPING WORLD CUP
- Kasprowy Wierch cable car - for skiers and tourists
KASPROWY WIERCH IN PHOTOS
- there are 6 baths with thermal water in the vicinity of Zakopane
THERMAL BATHS NEAR ZAKOPANE
- rafting through the spectacular Dunajec Gorge
DUNAJEC GORGE RAFTING
- Day Trips from Zakopane to Krakow, Auschwitz, Wieliczka, Slovak Tatras...
DAY TRIPS FROM ZAKOPANE
- Festival of Highland Folklore is the most important cultural event organized in Zakopane
ZAKOPANE FOLKLOR FESTIVAL
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ZAKOPANE POLAND - WORTH TO KNOW before arrival
- The wooden sign ZAKOPANE is a popular place for the souvenir photo - it is located in the park Równia Krupowa, near the intersection of Kościuszki and 3go Maja streets.
Church Holidays
Most of the shops, some restaurants and activities like sleigh rides and rafting are closed on the Christmas Day, Easter Day and Corpus Christi
Dzien dobry!
Local people (especially older ones) like to be greeted with Dzien Dobry (jayn DOH-bry = Good Morning)
Zacopane? Zakopan?
The correct name of our town is ZAKOPANE ( zakopane in Polish means buried..) not Zacopane, Zakopan, etc.
What does Podhale mean?
Podhale is a historical and geographical region located at the northern foot of the Tatra Mountains.
What is Giewont?
Giewont (1894 m above sea level) is a Tatra peak - one of the symbols of Zakopane.
Oscypek? Oszczypek?
Oscypek is a smoked sheep's milk cheese with a small amount of cow's milk (both names are correct).
My favorite hotels in Zakopane and vicinity:
Zakopane - aries hotel & spa.
Beautiful hotel, fantastic SPA, extraordinary breakfast. The location is quiet but very close to walk to Krupowki Promenade and main attractions of Zakopane.
GRAND HOTEL STAMARY
Very convenient location between the bus and train station, and Krupowki promenade. Most rooms have balconies with a view of the Tatra Mountains, two-level Wellness & SPA (600 m2) with physiotherapy treatments, restaurant serving old Polish dishes, a playroom for children.
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HOTEL NOSALOWY DWOR
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Zakopane is the highest located town in Poland. Its administrative borders also embrace part of the Tatra Mountains range, where the summit of Mr Świnica at 2301 m above sea level makes the highest point.
Tourist attractions
Summer Mountain Trips
1. Route planning Before we start packing, we should consider our destination. Where to go, what to see and, most importantly, are we strong enough to finish the walk. Tatra trails are well prepared and marked, but it doesn't mean that tourists shouldn't equip themselves with map – paper or digital (bear in mind that connection can be lost at some places!). First and foremost, to feel safe and call for help in need, we should know the trail color, the place of our departure and the expected destination of our walk. It's recommended to inquire about estimated track finishing time and its description (track characteristic, possible difficulties). It's worth remembering that trails in Tatra are closed from dusk till dawn, so one should make plans for accomodation after nightfall. 2. Clothing Outfit prepared for the journey should primarily be comfortable and adjusted to the time of year. You can equip yourself with thermoactive underwear which helps body ventilation. You should keep in mind that even in summer, the higher parts of mountains can be cool and...
SUMMER Walk
Morskie Oko
Strążyska Valley
Rusinowa Clearing and Wiktorówki
Droga pod Reglami
Białego valley - Sarnia Skała - Strążyska valley
Olczyska – Kopieniec Valley
Worth visiting
Municipal Art Gallery
We present you the rich history of one of the oldest art galleries in Poland, the Municipal Art Gallery in Zakopane. It's beginning reach year 1911. In july of 1911, in newly opened and still yet unifinished Polish Bazaar next to Krupówki street, a new art exhibition was held. It was rather a contest, organized by manufacturer from Lódź, Henryk Grohlman, who was also an art mecenate and co-creator of Podhalan Art Association which by then was operating for three years.
Gazduś Gallery
The Red Mansion
Zakopane is the highest located town in Poland. Its administrative borders also embrace part of the Tatra Mountains range, where the summit of Mr Świnica at 2301 m above sea level makes the highest point. A mountain resort of Zakopane is located well within the Sub-Tatra Trench, demarcated from the north by the Gubałówka hillside, and from the south – by the Tatra Mountains range. Kornel Makuszyński once wrote: "To the left towers Mt Giewont, to the right there the Gubałówka hillside, while in between these two – rain just keeps pouring". Fortunately enough, it is not as bad as the writer would like us to believe. HISTORY The first settlers may have arrived here in the 15th c. They would start off by felling spruce and making spacious glades, to make way for their settlements. This log clearing business on the glades – in local dialect "kopane" – may have something to do with the actual origins of the village's name. Za-kopane (located behind the cleared glades...
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1. Krakow to Zakopane and Thermal Hot Bath Day Trip with Transfer
2. Cable Car to Kasprowy Wierch with Zakopane- Private Tour from Krakow
3. Zakopane Tour & Thermal Baths with Private Transfers from Krakow
4. Full-Day Tour to Zakopane and Thermal Baths from Krakow
5. Zakopane City Highlights Private Walking Tour
6. From Krakow: Morskie Oko, Zakopane & Thermal Baths
7. From Krakow: Zakopane in Tatra Mountains and Quad Bikes
8. From Krakow: Skiing and Zakopane Tour Experience
9. Full-Day Zakopane and Slovakia Treetop Walk From Krakow
10. Zakopane: Private Traditional Polish Food Tour
11. Zakopane - private tour to the town at foot of Tatra Mountains
12. Zakopane Beer Tasting Tour: Visit the Best Pubs in Zakopane
13. 2 Day Krakow Private Tour, Krakow and Zakopane with private guide
14. Full-Day Private Guided Zakopane & Tatra Mountains Tour from Krakow
15. From Krakow: Zakopane, Quads and Morskie Oko Lake
16. Zakopane & Kasprowy Wierch - Private Tour From Krakow
17. private 2-day tour of Poland and Slovakia from Krakow
18. Zakopane Private Vodka Tasting Tour
19. Full-Day Tour to Zakopane from Krakow
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A quick guide to Zakopane
Zakopane is the winter capital of Poland. This charming town is located approximately 100 km south of Krakow. I visited Zakopane in early January when everything was covered in snow. It was truly magical.
A popular way to reach Zakopane is to drive there in your own car. Be warned, though, traffic is quite hectic during the winter months.
When using public transport, Zakopane can easily be reached via bus or train, although your best option is taking the bus. I took a bus from Krakow to Zakopane and the journey was supposed to take two hours. However, with the traffic and the snow, the journey took more than three hours. The bus station is located in the middle of town.
Tip: A wheeled suitcase in the snow is like dragging a dead body! So short distances you can normally cover with ease may suddenly be very difficult to manage in the snow.
Where to stay
You’ll find a range of accommodation to suit every budget in Zakopane, from cheap hostels to luxury five-star resorts. If you plan to visit Zakopane during peak season (the winter months), you should note that accommodation sells out quickly. I strongly suggest that you plan and book months in advance.
Also, it’s worthwhile to stay in a central location in town. Zakopane is fairly small and you can easily walk everywhere.
Like I mentioned above, Zakopane is a very walkable town. There is also a network of local buses that connect Zakopane to the neighbouring towns. The other way to get around is via taxi or driving your own car.
Dining in Zakopane
If you are staying in a hostel or Airbnb, the cheapest way to get by is preparing your own food. There are a couple of supermarkets where you can purchase snacks or ingredients to prepare your own meals.
That being said, even in Krupowki Street known to be a tourist trap, I found some very reasonably priced restaurants. I highly recommend Karcma Po Zboju and Harnasiowa Chata, both located in Krupowki Street.
For vegetarians, you’ll find a selection of soups, regional cheeses and the Polish staple, pierogi. Meat eaters have plenty of options. Local must try foods include oscypki and other regional cheeses, soups (especially during the winter) and pierogi.
Tip: Most restaurants in Krupowki Street are very expensive. For example, one charged 13 zt for a cappuccino! Stay away from these places!
Things to do
The main activity to do in Zakopane during the winter months is skiing. But don’t worry, there are lots more to do in town besides skiing. Here are some of my favourite activities.
With shops and numerous stalls around town, you can shop your heart out. The stalls tend to sell local products like food and cheap winter wear. There are also a lot of sales in the shops. If you are lucky, you might get a great bargain like I did! After falling on my butt the very first night in Zakopane, I bought a decent pair of snow boots. The best part, they were marked down by more than 50%!
Ride a giant Ferris wheel
For a great view of Zakopane, ride the giant Ferris wheel. There is also more thrilling rides for those who are adventurous at heart.
Stroll through the old cemetery
A great way to escape the crowds of people in the centre of town is to go inside the lovely wooden church on Koscieliska Street. Then take a stroll through the adjacent cemetery. The wooden furniture inside the church is truly unique while the cemetery is hauntingly beautiful.
Get dizzy inside the Upside Down House
OK so I didn’t actually get dizzy, but it definitely felt weird being inside the upside down house. This is the place to go if you want something quirky and fun to do. Entrance is 9 zt. From the outside, the house looks pretty cool. But you have to go inside to truly experience the magic. Everything inside the house is upside down! It plays tricks on your mind.
Dog sledding
This was the highlight of my stay in Zakopane. In fact, it was the highlight of my Central Europe trip. Read more about my adventure here .
Enjoy the snow
As a South African living in Pretoria, I NEVER get to see snow. This was my third time seeing snow, so I made the most of it!
More information about Zakopane
If you’re ready to plan your trip, head on over to this website . It’s packed with useful information and tips about Zakopane. From all the fun activities that you can do to accommodation to recommended restaurants and more, it’s your one-stop resource for all things Zakopane.
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Great article! I’m from Pretoria too but have been living in Zakopane for 3 years now. We rent out some apartments in Zakopane and help organise trips, if you ever come here again let me know 😉
Hi Retha! I will definitely get in touch with you if I travel to Zakopane again!
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Zakopane is the winter capital of Poland. This charming town is located approximately 100 km south of Krakow. I visited Zakopane in early January when everything was covered in snow.