John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport 1 hr 42
Klimczok (1 hr 2) Picturesque mountain peak with hiking trails, a mound at the top, steep sides & rare plant species. Czantoria Rope Ski Resort (14 min) Chairlift to a wooded hiking area with a lookout tower over the Beskid Mountains, plus ski slopes. Szyndzielnia (1 hr) An easy hike or cable car bring visitors to the top of this forested mountain for 360-degree views. Błatnia (1 hr 20) Mixed forest & grassland clearings on a peak offering gentle hikes to a summit with panoramic views. Szczyrk Mountain Resort (49 min) Small ski area with 13 lifts, 2 nighttime pistes, dining, equipment rentals & lessons. Czantoria Wielka (23 min) Mountain featuring various hiking/biking routes, a chairlift to the summit & an observation tower. The ski resort of Nowa Osada (34 min) Popular skiing & snowboarding area offering equipment rentals, lessons & casual dining. Silesian Beskids (1 hr 47) Popular hiking & skiing area with nearby hotels & other tourist amenities plus local fare & beer. Przełęcz Salmopolska (57 min) Mountain pass featuring a large, white cross monument, plus dining options & picturesque scenery. The water park Tropikana (14 min) Indoor/outdoor water park at Hotel Gołębiewski featuring pools, slides, saunas & jacuzzis. Skrzyczne (1 hr 52) Sweeping views are the draw at this verdant mountain peak, which also offers skiing & hiking trails. Wisła - Cieńków (37 min) Popular ski resort featuring a variety of slopes & lifts, plus a rental shop, lessons & restaurants. Równica (12 min) This 884m-high mountain features forests, hiking trails, a hostel, restaurants & more. Forest Park of Surprises (9 min) In addition to roaming deer & bison, this striking open-air zoo features raptor & owl shows. |