John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport 1 hr 45
Dolina Gąsienicowa (22 min) Picturesque valley for hiking amid pine trees, meadowland & a dramatic mountain backdrop. Nosal (23 min) Rising 1,206 m. above sea level, this forested mountain offers skiing, hang-gliding & paragliding. Belianske Tatras (22 min) Alpine range with a peak elevation of 2,152 m. offering overnight accommodations in its foothills. Tatra National Park, Poland (24 min) Expansive, mountainous national park with lakes, caves, wildlife & miles of scenic hiking trails. Gubałówka (38 min) Majestic mountain offering hiking trails & a cablecar to the top, with panoramic views of the area. Ski resort Kotelnica Białczańska (13 min) Popular ski resort offering many downhill & cross-country trails, a snowboard park & eateries. Polana Szymoszkowa (25 min) Large, rustic ski resort with hot springs, lodging, eateries, lessons & night riding. Kościeliska Valley (32 min) Valley with a picturesque walking trail amid mountains & forest, plus areas for hiking. High Tatras (1 hr 33) Sprawling mountain chain with dozens of scenic peaks, alpine lakes & a variety of hiking trails. The Great Krokiew (25 min) Ski-jumping stadium within a sheltered forest setting, with a capacity of 40,000 spectators. Lomnický štít (1 hr 21) Snow-capped mountain range peak reaching 8,642-feet with an observatory built in 1940 & cable cars. Niedzica Castle (38 min) 14th century Gothic castle built on an outcrop overlooking Lake Czorsztyn & iconic symbol of Poland. Giewont (30 min) Popular with hikers, this mountain massif in Tatra National Park features 3 peaks & marked trails. Zakopane - Harenda (16 min) Recreational getaway featuring a winter ski resort & summertime trails for hikes & mountain bikes. Zakopane - Kasprowy Wierch (24 min) Skiing, ski resort, and winter sports |