John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport 1 hr 31
Barania Góra (1 hr 17) A scenic panorama is the highlight atop this soaring peak which features trails, streams & woods. Błatnia (1 hr 10) Mixed forest & grassland clearings on a peak offering gentle hikes to a summit with panoramic views. Bielsko-Biała Museum and Castle (18 min) Castle museum housing a modern art & jewelry gallery, archaeology exhibits & historic books. Lake Międzybrodzie (27 min) Lake and mountain Klimczok (27 min) Picturesque mountain peak with hiking trails, a mound at the top, steep sides & rare plant species. Dębowiec (21 min) Żywiec Lake (21 min) This reservoir created by a hydroelectric dam on the Sola River offers boating, fishing & more. Kozia Góra (12 min) A 2,240-foot mountain covered in forest with a hostel & popular summer & winter retreat. Szyndzielnia (27 min) An easy hike or cable car bring visitors to the top of this forested mountain for 360-degree views. Skrzyczne (1 hr 22) Sweeping views are the draw at this verdant mountain peak, which also offers skiing & hiking trails. Szczyrk Mountain Resort (13 min) Small ski area with 13 lifts, 2 nighttime pistes, dining, equipment rentals & lessons. Silesian Beskids (1 hr 18) Popular hiking & skiing area with nearby hotels & other tourist amenities plus local fare & beer. Żar (38 min) Low peak with a power plant at the summit, offering skiing, hiking & paragliding opportunities. Beskid (19 min) Group of Carpathian mountain ranges featuring forests, skiing & historic villages. Beskid Sport Arena (12 min) Skiing, ski resort, and snowboarding |