Known as the Winter capital of Poland, Zakopane is Poland’s premier mountain resort and one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, both in the winter for skiing and snowboarding and in the summer for hiking and camping.
Zakopane is beautifully set in a valley, surrounded by imposing mountain peaks and green pastures. The resort’s charm lies in its unique mountain folklore and indigenous architecture that can only be found in the Podhale region where Zakopane lies. The local “gorale” mountain folk will take you back in time and present a level of hospitality that is second to none. Try some of the local delicacies and indulge in the fervent night life! During the day, there is no shortage of attractions, from bungee jumping, hiking, quading, horseback riding, paragliding in the summer to skiing and snowboard madness on the local slopes, warm springs, snow mobiles and more in the winter.
Zakopane is only a stone’s throw away from Krakow and transfers between the two cities is made easy with an excellent coach service. It also lies on the Polish – Slovakian border, which makes excursions to Poland’s neighbor nothing more than a half hour drive. Accommodation wise, Zakopane offers everything from upscale hotels to cozy chalets. An excellent destination for sheer fun all year round!
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