John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport 1 hr 43
Lomnický štít (1 hr 22) Snow-capped mountain range peak reaching 8,642-feet with an observatory built in 1940 & cable cars. Niedzica Castle (39 min) 14th century Gothic castle built on an outcrop overlooking Lake Czorsztyn & iconic symbol of Poland. High Tatras (1 hr 34) Sprawling mountain chain with dozens of scenic peaks, alpine lakes & a variety of hiking trails. Nosal (21 min) Rising 1,206 m. above sea level, this forested mountain offers skiing, hang-gliding & paragliding. Dolina Gąsienicowa (20 min) Picturesque valley for hiking amid pine trees, meadowland & a dramatic mountain backdrop. Kościeliska Valley (31 min) Valley with a picturesque walking trail amid mountains & forest, plus areas for hiking. Belianske Tatras (23 min) Alpine range with a peak elevation of 2,152 m. offering overnight accommodations in its foothills. Tatra National Park, Poland (23 min) Expansive, mountainous national park with lakes, caves, wildlife & miles of scenic hiking trails. Gubałówka (37 min) Majestic mountain offering hiking trails & a cablecar to the top, with panoramic views of the area. Giewont (29 min) Popular with hikers, this mountain massif in Tatra National Park features 3 peaks & marked trails. The Great Krokiew (24 min) Ski-jumping stadium within a sheltered forest setting, with a capacity of 40,000 spectators. Ski resort Kotelnica Białczańska (14 min) Popular ski resort offering many downhill & cross-country trails, a snowboard park & eateries. Polana Szymoszkowa (24 min) Large, rustic ski resort with hot springs, lodging, eateries, lessons & night riding. Gerlachovský štít (1 hr 34) The tallest High Tatras mountain range peak rising 8,709 feet over a glacial valley. Zakopane - Kasprowy Wierch (22 min) Skiing, ski resort, and winter sports |