John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport 1 hr 39
Szczyrk Mountain Resort (45 min) Small ski area with 13 lifts, 2 nighttime pistes, dining, equipment rentals & lessons. Forest Park of Surprises (8 min) In addition to roaming deer & bison, this striking open-air zoo features raptor & owl shows. Równica (13 min) This 884m-high mountain features forests, hiking trails, a hostel, restaurants & more. Przełęcz Salmopolska (54 min) Mountain pass featuring a large, white cross monument, plus dining options & picturesque scenery. Skrzyczne (1 hr 49) Sweeping views are the draw at this verdant mountain peak, which also offers skiing & hiking trails. The water park Tropikana (15 min) Indoor/outdoor water park at Hotel Gołębiewski featuring pools, slides, saunas & jacuzzis. The ski resort of Nowa Osada (1 hr 1) Popular skiing & snowboarding area offering equipment rentals, lessons & casual dining. Silesian Beskids (1 hr 44) Popular hiking & skiing area with nearby hotels & other tourist amenities plus local fare & beer. Stożek Wielki (1 hr 4) Popular mountain on the border of Poland & the Czech Republic known for its hiking & climbing. Klimczok (59 min) Picturesque mountain peak with hiking trails, a mound at the top, steep sides & rare plant species. Czantoria Rope Ski Resort (4 min) Chairlift to a wooded hiking area with a lookout tower over the Beskid Mountains, plus ski slopes. Błatnia (1 hr 17) Mixed forest & grassland clearings on a peak offering gentle hikes to a summit with panoramic views. Szyndzielnia (57 min) An easy hike or cable car bring visitors to the top of this forested mountain for 360-degree views. Czantoria Wielka (25 min) Mountain featuring various hiking/biking routes, a chairlift to the summit & an observation tower. |