Zakopane is ski resort in the southern part of Poland, 110 km from Krakow, near the border with Slovakia. The center of Zakopane stands at an altitude of 840 m above sea level. The town is beautiful, the nature there is wonderful, the air is fresh and clean, it smells of Christmas trees and herbs - well, what else is needed for people tired of offices and computers? That's right, Zakopane. The air here is considered super-healthy for those who suffer from respiratory diseases and allergies.

There are three areas for skiing in the resort: Kasprowy Wierch, Gubalowka and Nosal. The highest of them is Kasprowy Wierch (height - 1988 m). It stands on the slopes of the main Tatra Range. The Gubałówka skiing area is located on mountains with a height of 1120 meters, and slalom competitions are held on the steep slope of Nosal (930-1135 meters). This resort can be called pre-war popular, and the tracks are difficult. By the way, back in 1907, the first ski competitions for the championship of Poland were held here.

The skiing season starts in November and ends in early May.

In addition to skis and sledges, Zakopane is attractive for its hiking trails, as well as for its picturesque wooden architecture. And Zakopane can be called quite to itself cultural city. From time immemorial, writers and artists have been striving here for inspiration.

So, here's what you can see in Zakopane.

Viewpoint

It is located at the foot of the Giewont mountain (at an altitude of 1894 meters) above the Wielka Krokiew ski jump. With this observation deck offers stunning views of Zakopane and the Gubałówki ridge. A lift will take you to the site.

The Museum of Karol Szymanowski at the Villa Atma (Muzeum Karola Szymanowskiego w willi "Atma")

For starters, Karol Szymanowski is a Polish composer and pianist who lived and worked at the beginning of the last century. And the villa "Atma" is the very place where he spent six years of his life. In the museum you can see the personal belongings of the musician, as well as things related to his work. The building of the villa was built at the end of the 19th century, in the style of "chalet". The composer rented this villa, and it was here that he wrote several of his works. He rented it when he was diagnosed with tuberculosis and had to leave his position as director at the Warsaw Conservatory. This villa was often visited by his friends, no less famous musicians and artists. In the 74th year, the villa was transferred National Museum Krakow, who accepted it for reconstruction. The interior, which can be seen in the villa, remained the same as when the musician left the villa. Today, this place hosts concerts and seminars.

Krupowki pedestrian street

This street is one of the five most famous streets in Poland. What did you think! In principle, the street is not very long, only a kilometer, stretches towards Gubalowka. The street is extremely lively and interesting, you can see street musicians, clowns, artists, merchants on it. A couple are standing on the street the best hotels cities, as well as restaurants and cafes. It must be assumed that people who came to the town on vacation all climb out to this street in the evenings, so there are darkness here for people. Right there, by the way, there is a ski lift to Gubalowka mountain.

On the street you can buy and taste a variety of national products, delicious Bunz and Oscilok cheeses, for example. Do not pass by shops with woolen sweaters, blankets, leather slippers, wooden kitchen utensils and other souvenirs and useful gizmos. For a change, you can ride along the street in a horse-drawn cart. By the way, once a year, sheep are driven along this street, which are herded into the mountains to pasture.

Museum of the Tatras (Muzeum Tatrzanskie)

The interesting Local History Museum of the Tatras invites its guests to admire the exhibits that tell about the culture, life and traditions of the local population, and a little about the local nature. This museum has been operating since the end of the 19th century.

The address: Krupowki 10

Schedule:(from May 1 to September 30 also on Tuesdays from 9.00 to 17.00)

Tickets: 7.00 zł (1.7 euros), children 5.50 zł (1.3 euros)

Interestingly, the museum has small branches throughout the city, everything is dedicated to the art and architecture of the Zakopane area. For example, for five years now a permanent exhibition has been running in the new department of the museum. "Zakopane style - inspiration", where you can see how construction, art, folk crafts developed in this area, and ethnographic collections of the late 19th century are also kept here. This exhibition hall is located at Droga do Rojów 6, in the house of the Gosenitsy Sobchaks.

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 9.00 to 17.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 6.00 zł (1.4 euros), children 4.50 zł. (1 euro) if you buy a joint ticket together with a visit to the main building of the museum - 10 zł and 8 zł, respectively.

You can also visit Museum of the Zakopane Style Stanisław Witkiewicz in „Koliba”, where you can admire the architecture of the Zakopane style and the interior of residential buildings. Look for this section of the museum by the address ul. Kościeliska 18.

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 9.00 to 17.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 7.00 zł, children 5.50 zł.

Another department - Gallery of Art. Kulchitsky where some exhibitions from the Tatra Museum take place.

The address: Droga na Koziniec 8

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 9.00 to 16.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 7.00 zł, children 5.50 zł.

Visit also Museum of the Khokholovsky Uprising, where you can learn more about the history of the Chocholow Uprising (which took place in 1846), and the museum is housed in a house with mid-19th century furnishings.

The address: Chocholow 75

Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday from 10.00 to 14.00

Tickets: PLN 6.00, children and pensioners PLN 4.50.

Don't forget that ticket offices usually close half an hour before the closing of the main building and branch of the Tatra Museum.

Gallery of Vladislav Hasior

The address: ul. Jagiellońska 18b

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 11.00 to 18.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 7.00 zł, children 5.50 zł.

In general, the city is cultural, as you can see, the locals are very proud of their history and traditions, and all this is just a joy for tourists!

The ancient city of Zakopane, the so-called winter capital of Poland, is located near the highest part of Carpathian mountains, in the hollow of the Tatras. Firstly, it is one of the famous and inexpensive ski resorts in Europe, and secondly, it is a picturesque place with interesting Goral folk customs and original architecture.

Zakopane, where about 30 thousand people live, is suitable for sports activities, family vacation and educational tourism. Skiers will be offered high-quality slopes of any level, fans of a leisurely pastime will be happy to admire the mountain scenery in the national park and botanical garden, and there are a lot of museums and cultural monuments at the service of the most inquisitive guests. Winter sports championships are held here, including world championships in ski jumping.

How to get to Zakopane

Zakopane is located on the border with Slovakia, 110 km from Krakow, 455 km from Warsaw and 333 km from Bratislava. The nearest airport in Slovak Poprad - Poprad-Tatry - is 70 km away. Arriving in any of these cities, you can easily get to Zakopane by train or bus. The journey from Poprad to Zakopane by bus takes 2 hours, the cost of the trip is 30 PLN. Prices on the page are for September 2018.

Train Krakow - Zakopane - the most convenient way get to the ski resort. To do this, from the airport you need to arrive at the Krakow Main Station, from where express trains depart directly to the place. Travel time will be about 4 hours, ticket price - 25-30 PLN. The bus from the same station arrives twice as fast, and the journey will cost 20 PLN. The most comfortable conditions are offered by private carriers Szwagropol and Trans-Frej.

If you take plane tickets to Warsaw, then from there to Zakopane there is a longer journey. You can use the night train with sleeping places (it takes 9 hours, the ticket costs 68 PLN) or take the Polskibus bus and pay 77 PLN (official site in English).

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Transport

In small Zakopane, they do not separate urban and intercity public transport. Several routes are served by buses and private fixed-route taxis. The first do not deviate from the schedule, and the second will not go until all empty seats are filled. There are usually 8 to 15 of them in a minibus. Tickets for both modes of transport are bought from drivers for 2-5 PLN. For travel around the area, you can use commuter trains. All public transport departs from two stations located opposite each other.

Exclusively tourist view transport - horse-drawn carts. You can also get to the right place in them, but it will cost from 200 PLN.

Several companies provide taxi services. True, it is useless to catch a car in the city, it is better to call by phone. Within the city, a trip costs 5-10 PLN per km, outside the city - up to 30 PLN.

Trails Zakopane

There are 10 main ski resorts in Zakopane, the most popular of which are Gubalowka, Nosal, Kasprowy Wierch and Polyana Szymoszkowa. These are scattered skiing areas in the altitude range of 830-2000 m, there is no single ski pass for the lifts, and there is no ski bus system. City buses and minibuses run to the lower stations of the ski lifts.

Kasprowy Wierch (1985 m) - the most crowded ski resort in Poland, interesting for advanced skiers and snowboarders. There are three cable cars to the top of the mountain. The tracks here are mostly very difficult, designed for professionals. The longest route is 9 km, the height difference is 940 m. Below the slope there are several sections for beginners, with drag lifts.

The Butorowy Wierch ski center is located 2 km west of the center of Zakopane, a little further from the Shimashkova Polyana, next to the Orbis Kasprowy hotel.

Gubalowka (1120 m) owes its popularity, first of all, to the funicular, the lower station of which is located almost in the center of Zakopane. In total there are 6 slopes - for both skilled and beginner skiers. The longest is 1600 m, the maximum height difference is 300 m. There is also a half-pipe for snowboarders.

Polyana Shimoshkova (1140 m) - a ski resort in the central part of the southern slope of the Gubałówka ridge under the top of Payonkuwka. The local slope with a length of more than 1950 m is wide, in the upper part it is steeper, and towards the bottom it becomes gentle. There are slopes for beginners and experienced skiers, the maximum height difference is 280 m.

Nosal (1206 m) is located south of the center of Zakopane, on the northern slope of the mountain of the same name. The basis of the complex is one of the best Polish slalom slopes, steep, FIS-certified. There are also slopes for experienced skiers (maximum vertical drop - 245 m) and 5 easy slopes for beginners, with a maximum vertical drop of 33 m.

Service for everyone ski centers resort: snow cannons, lighting (except for the center of Kasprowy Wierch), snow groomers, equipment rental, ski schools, Cafe.

Ski pass and rental

There is no single ski pass in Zakopane. Therefore, when buying a subscription for a day, a tourist is tied to one lift. On the other hand, you can buy a single ticket and try out several mountains in a day. The ski bus system in Zakopane does not work, you will have to travel by public transport to the foot of the mountains from the hotel and between the ski lifts.

A ski pass to Gubalowka with the right to ski all day will cost 90 PLN, half a day - 75 PLN. About 137 PLN per day will cost climbs to Kasparovy Verkh. There are also weekend and 10-ride passes. Children under 10 years old, with a photo ID, can get a ski pass for free. Teenagers under 16 and seniors are entitled to a 25% discount.

Classes in the ski school and equipment rental are paid separately. An hour with an instructor will cost from 60 PLN, and inventory - 20-35 PLN (boots, skis and sticks; helmets are not included in the price).

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Zakopane Hotels

There are many hotels in Zakopane for every taste and budget. The locals offer cheap rooms for rent. Private guest villas, boarding houses and apartments are also common here.

It is better to find accommodation near the highways, as there may be difficulties with transport accessibility.

In addition, there are about a hundred hotels in Zakopane with the traditional division according to the number of "stars". The best of them are located within the main street. A room in a four-star hotel can be rented for PLN 250 per day. 4 and 3* will cost approximately PLN 250 and PLN 150 respectively. A hostel room with a shared bathroom will cost from 80 PLN during the season. There are also five-star hotels, there are three of them so far. Prices - from 450 to 550 PLN per day.

What to bring

The city, which arose on the border of the Slavic and German lands, will surprise tourists with a bizarre interweaving of traditions. The most common souvenirs here are sheep breeding products. The famous national sheep cheese is sold everywhere in Zakopane. Hutsul carpets with geometric patterns are made from sheep wool. Highlanders are proud of this handicraft, it is better to purchase it directly from the masters. True, such souvenirs are quite expensive - from 600 PLN.

Not far from the resort are the famous salt mines in Wieliczka, an interesting acquisition will be a salt lamp - it looks stylish and costs only 30 PLN.

The city also makes compositions from dry flowers. The gift is very beautiful, but fragile - there may be difficulties with transportation.

You can buy all this on the central pedestrian street of Zakopane - Krupowka. It also exhibits the work of local potters and blacksmiths.

Cuisine and restaurants in Zakopane

Zakopane - tourist town and the local chefs try very hard to please the guests. It is full of restaurants, bars and cafes, low prices, and the quality of service does not suffer at all.

The local cuisine will not surprise guests from Russia too much. It is a mix of Ukrainian and Russian traditions. But you should definitely try the Tatra smoked sheep cheese, here they call it “oscypek” or “oštjepok”. Also noteworthy are "zhurek" - a soup based on rye flour sourdough, beet cold, bigos with mushrooms. For sweets, you can take bagels. Do not confuse Zakopane feathers with Russian pies. This is something like dumplings, but with a thinner dough and a variety of fillings.

It is customary to taste local dairy dishes in dairy bars. Such canteens have been preserved in Zakopane since communist times.

In expensive restaurants, dinner for two will cost about 80-100 PLN. One of these is on the top of Kasprowy Wierch, from where a magnificent mountain panorama opens. Establishments of a lower class are not inferior in quality, and prices are lower - 75 PLN for hot, wine or beer and dessert. Numerous cafes offer breakfasts and lunches, the average check here is 20-45 PLN.

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Entertainment and attractions

The first mention of the village of Zakopane dates back to the 17th century - it is not surprising that there are many historical and natural attractions here.

In architecture, there is a special Zakopane style of wooden architecture. You can see its best examples on the streets of the city: this is the Villa Koliba, built in 1893, and the “house under the fir trees”, which houses the Museum of the Tatra Region, and the sanatorium of Dr. Havranka.

You can continue your acquaintance with Polish wooden architecture by going to the village of Chochołow, which is a 20-minute drive from the resort. Here, in the 19th century, a complex of residential houses of the highlanders was built, which is still inhabited. In the vicinity of Zakopane, a wooden church from the 16th century has been preserved. It is located in Dębna Podhalański. It is worth seeing it for the unusual carvings that adorn the façade. Also not far from Zakopane is an ancient knight's castle, built as a defensive fort on the old border with Hungary - this is the Dunajec castle in Nejice.

Not quite a typical attraction is the old mountain cemetery Piueskowym brzyku, where many famous figures of Poland are buried.

Natural monuments will amaze the tourist's imagination no less. A walk in the Košteli Tatra Valley will allow you to see Mountain Lake Sea Eye and caves.

There are several museums in the city. In addition to the already mentioned villas of Koliba and the "house under the fir trees", this is the Museum of Kornely Makushinsky, a well-known children's writer in Poland, and the Museum of Carriages and Locomotives. Tickets to all museums cost 7 PLN for ordinary visitors and 5.50 PLN for privileged citizens. Zakopane also has the Drama Theatre. Vitkevich.

3 things to do in Zakopane

1. Get to the top of Gubałówka by funicular and take pictures of the Tatras.
2. Get to know the locals - Gorals and learn to distinguish their Old Polish dialect.
3. Pass the Zakopane part of the Polish tourist route"Way of Wooden Architecture".

Zakopane for children

Works in Zakopane Kindergarten especially for tourists. Here you can leave a child for 6 hours from 80 PLN.

Together with the kids, you can go to the Rabkoland amusement park, which is 50 km from Zakopane. A ticket for the whole day costs 29 PLN. There is a water park in Zakopane itself. Ticket price - 22 PLN per hour for adults and 17 PLN for children. Entertainment here is traditional - pools with thermal water, saunas, slides, the Wild River attraction, which imitates a mountain stream.

If you come to Zakopane in winter, you can go ice skating with your children. Many hotels equip ice rinks in their territories. There is one artificial ice arena, as well as city ice stadiums. Children may also enjoy horseback riding, which has become popular view family leisure. The child will be taught the skills of a rider and offered to ride along the picturesque mountain trails.

December

Zakopane is located at several altitudes, so the weather varies from region to region. In general, experts call it "invigorating": it is believed that the local climate speeds up metabolism and promotes recovery from a number of diseases. Here, average annual temperatures are low and there is practically no summer in the conventional sense, and winter lasts 120 days. The resort has very high humidity, precipitation occurs about once every two days, but there is practically no wind.

Snow is usually not a problem from mid-January to early March, although the ski season runs from December to April. The rest of the time, snow cannons cope with the lack of snow cover.

The busiest and most interesting place in the city is Krupowki Street - the central street of Zakopane. It is here that fans of outdoor activities go in search of entertainment. The picturesque street is a continuous series of popular hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and shops. It is here that you can find one of the main city attractions - original stalls selling delicious cheese, popular national sweets and interesting souvenirs. This lively and beautiful street is never empty; it will be difficult to find a more interesting place for walking in the city.

Resort town Zakopane is largely focused on outdoor enthusiasts, and therefore the variety of sports and entertainment complexes here is simply huge. The resort recently opened a water park ( aqua park Zakopane), so now vacationers can diversify their leisure time not only by skiing, but also by water activities. The water park offers 3 huge pools, as well as 6 jacuzzis and many colorful slides. There are suitable rides in the water park for fans of thrills, as well as an excellent pool with a play area for the youngest visitors. In addition, the water park has several types of saunas and a solarium, appropriate place for rest you will find absolutely everything.

The most popular hiking route is the ascent to Gubałówka Mountain. Its peak is the most accessible; it is not necessary to have special skills to climb it. Here, thrill-seekers are also in for a pleasant surprise. They are equipped with an excellent attraction, which, according to the principle of action, is a bit like a classic “roller coaster”. For those who prefer more relaxing holiday, you will have the opportunity to visit the observation decks equipped at the top, from which a gorgeous panoramic view opens.

Another great way to appreciate the panorama of the surroundings is to ride the Kasprowy Wierch Tram. His route is very picturesque places, climbing to the top of the mountain in a miniature observation cabin will give a lot of impressions to the whole family. Travelers who plan to visit Zakopane with young children should definitely visit the Teddy Bear Museum. It only remotely resembles a classical museum, it is a very interesting gallery, which presents a rich collection of soft toys. Visitors will be sure to be told the fascinating story of the appearance of the toy, and after the tour they will be offered to look into a specialized store and purchase memorable gifts.

Excellent for family holidays fit the park entertainment Rabkoland (Rabkoland), located in the immediate vicinity of Zakopane. There are suitable attractions and recreation areas for children of all ages. Those who prefer to have fun not only during the day, but also at night, should go to the central area of ​​the resort. It is here that the most popular nightclubs and bars are located, in the midst of tourist season for vacationers, an interesting outdoor entertainment program is organized almost every evening. While walking along the busy central streets, you can witness the next folklore festival or a culinary master class. Guests are offered to ride on beautiful sleds drawn by horses or dogs. Popular shops and souvenir shops are also located here. You can find them literally everywhere in the city center.

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Of course, it is not necessary to count on the fact that there is simply an abundance of attractions in Zakopane.

Nevertheless, tourists have something to pay attention to when visiting this small but colorful town.

If you are traveling in your own car (or rent it), then the first thing I would recommend to see is Chocholow village. This small village of just over 1,100 inhabitants is located just 17 kilometers from Zakopane, near the Slovak border.

The village of Chochołów is unique in its kind. It is almost entirely built from original wooden houses. Most of them were built in the 19th century. In fact, the whole village consists of one main street, only slightly expanding in places. AT historical center wooden houses seem to mirror each other on both sides of the road.

During the season Chochołów is visited by many tourists from different countries. Tourists can buy unique pottery made in the same place. One of the houses built from one large pine tree is popular (it is also called the “one tree house”). It is a pity that I found out about this later and therefore did not see this house.

A stone Gothic church stands out against the general background, strangely unlike the rest of the village buildings.

Although the village gained fame after the uprising in 1846 against the rule of Austria-Hungary, which was led by a local teacher John Andrusikevich. Now those who wish can visit the Chochołów Uprising Museum, which is open from 10:00 to 14:00 (Wednesday - Sunday). Although, to be honest, the museum is of interest only to those who are very interested in the Polish history of the struggle for independence.

On the same road, but much closer to Zakopane (only 4 kilometers away), you can see and visit the significant for the Poles Temple of Our Lady of Fatima. It is located in the small village of Koscielisko. White and yellow (symbolizing the papacy) and white and blue (I don’t know what) flags are hung along the road next to the temple.

The temple was erected in 1992 in gratitude for the fact that Pope John Paul II was saved during the assassination attempt on May 13, 1981. John Paul II himself believed that it was the Mother of God of Fatima who saved his life. This is one of the most famous temples in the area and Pope John Paul II visited it many times.

There's an interesting story here. The church is called Fatima in honor of the appearance of the Mother of God, which occurred back in 1917 in the small town of Fatima in Portugal. Then she appeared to three shepherd children and told three secrets of future events. I did not find out on the Internet what mysteries are in question, but it is reliably known that two of them are already known and have come true.

It remains to add that the church has a magnificent interior decoration, beautiful stained-glass windows with images from the life of John Paul II, a stunning altar. And to get to the service is something when the priest begins to read a prayer, and the people pick it up and all pray out loud with one voice.

There are many religious sculptures around the church. Also, from the territory of the temple of the Fatima Mother of God, a stunning view of Mount Giewont and the Tatras opens up.

In Zakopane itself, it deserves attention Krupowki pedestrian promenade. By and large, it is very similar to similar pedestrian streets in other cities (and not only in Poland). Very colorful. The street runs through the center of Zakopane and stretches along the entire city to the foot of the Gubalowka mountain. It's always crowded here. There are many shops, taverns (called a tavern) and restaurants on Krupowki. You will be entertained by clowns, mimes, musicians. And in one of the markets located along the street, you are sure to buy something. At least some Polish souvenir, dressed skin or traditional local sheep cheese. There are several here exchange offices(Kantor). In general, it is believed that visiting Zakopane and not walking around Krupowka, feeling its pulse is simply unthinkable.

This is the lyrics. Everyone talks so beautifully about Krupowka that it simply takes your breath away. But, frankly, this street is painted in fact more vividly than it really is. In reality, the locals just want your money and it seems that the hype around Krupowka is artificially organized: another place where many tourists have to spend their money. After all, in fact, there are no serious sights in Zakopane. So they come up with something to lure tourists ...

Here comes the climb Mount Gubalowka(height 300 meters above the city) is definitely worth it. You can "drive" to the top on cable car or on the so-called mountain tram. As a matter of fact, Krupowki Street rests directly at the foot of Gubałówka Mountain. From above, from the observation deck, a stunning view of Zakopane and the Tatras opens.

It is possible to walk a little along the paths, look at the gorgeous views with the help of optical instruments tuned to mountain landscapes. In the same place, on Gubalowka, there are several food outlets and trade stalls. But it's a little cooler upstairs than downstairs.

Of the sights of Zakopane, several more museums and the Theater. Stanislav Vitkevich.

To be honest, I'm not sure that anyone might be interested in these objects. It seems to me that few tourists have heard anything about these people before visiting Zakopane. But there is no dispute about tastes. Therefore, I will describe it very briefly.

Vitkevich Theater, named after the famous Polish writer, is located on Hramcówki Street. The theater is the first professional theater in the city, it has its own repertoire and a real stage. The theater's repertoire proclaims the cult of "pure form" (I suppose you don't know what that means either), it is based on the avant-garde direction in creativity.

Museum of Karol Szymanowski Villa "Atma" Shimanovsky spent six years of his life in this villa after he was diagnosed with tuberculosis. The museum stores things and objects related to the life and work of the famous Polish composer. In the premises of the museum, the interior of the composer's house during his lifetime was restored from photographs.

It might be more interesting to visit Local History Museum of the Tatras. The exposition of the museum contains exhibits related to the life, culture and traditions of the local population. Everything here is connected with the history of Zakopane. Separately, exhibits introducing local nature are presented. In general, also an amateur.

There are more in Zakopane Museum of Jan Kasprowicz, Museum of Kornely Makushinsky, as well as Rock garden (mountain botanical garden). If you have extra time and nothing to do with yourself, then you can visit.

The only thing that is convenient is that the prices for entrance tickets to museums are approximately the same and amount to approximately 3 zlotys (a little less than a dollar).

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Regardless of what time of the year you get to Zakopane, you can always diversify your vacation. This resort is considered winter. But, as in Ukrainian Carpathians, in summer you can relax here. Walks in the forest and mountain rivers, horseback riding, picking berries and mushrooms, as well as exciting fishing - a small part of what we did with the whole family at the winter resort in the summer.

In order to see the whole city, it was decided to climb Mount Gubalowka. The decisive factor was that it was not necessary to leave the resort and climb on foot. You can climb to the top by funicular, which is located behind the Zakopane market at the bottom of the main street of the city of Krupowki. The ascent to the top is made in glassed trailers that can accommodate up to 100 people. During the ascent, you can admire the mountain scenery for 4 minutes. This pleasure costs PLN 8 one way or PLN 14 return. In summer, the funicular is open from morning until 22:00. From the top platform opens beautiful view to the city and the Tatras. You can have a bite to eat in numerous cafes. Many tourists sunbathed right on the grass, although sunbeds could be rented. walk along scenic road leads to the cable car to the top Butorovy Tops. Those who wish can move on or return to the city by funicular or on foot, like we did.

In the city you can walk along the central Krupowki street. It has many souvenir shops, national-style taverns and curved street lamps. Small wooden houses decorated with carvings and cozy coffee houses reflect the local flavor. Only once a year on this street you can see herds of sheep, which are driven to the mountains for summer pastures. While walking around the city center, we bought a cute toy marmot. This animal is the symbol of Zakopane.

We had a chance to get acquainted with the local traditions and way of life in Museum of the Tatras. This museum is local history. All exhibits relate to the history of Zakopane. Stuffed animals are exhibited on one floor. Many of them are over a hundred years old. The children did not appreciate the trip.

For those who will not be able to walk along the Tatra national park, there is an opportunity to get acquainted with the history of the reserve in Museum of Nature or with flora Rock gardens(Mountain Botanical Garden). Both locations are located on main street cities.

Curious visitors to the city, like my family, can look into Museum. Stanislav Vitkevich, located on the oldest street of the city Kościeliska, 18. It is part of the villa "Koliba". Five rooms of the museum have been completely restored. We admired the paintings and furniture. The city still has St. Family Church, which was partly designed by Witkevich. Its green roof is a city landmark. Inside the church there is a beautiful old oven and carved benches.

I was pleasantly surprised that tickets to all the museums in the city cost the same - 3 zł.

Travelers with children will have a great rest in a local water park. It is open all year round from 9:00 to 22:00. There is a place for family rest on Jagiellonsky street, 31. A full-day ticket for an adult will cost 60 PLN, a children's ticket costs 40 PLN, kids under 3 years old swim for free. While in the outdoor pool you can admire the view of the Tatras. Like many water parks, there is a wild river, slides and a sauna. The kids enjoyed this place.

For a change, you can take a trip to Zakopane.

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Zakopane is a ski resort in southern Poland, 110 km from Krakow, near the border with Slovakia.
The center of Zakopane stands at an altitude of 840 m above sea level. The town is beautiful, the nature there is wonderful, the air is fresh and clean, it smells of Christmas trees and herbs - well, what else is needed for people tired of offices and computers? That's right, Zakopane. The air here is considered super-healthy for those who suffer from respiratory diseases and allergies.

There are three areas for skiing in the resort: Kasprowy Wierch, Gubalowka and Nosal. The highest of them is Kasprowy Wierch (height - 1988 m). It stands on the slopes of the main Tatra Range. The Gubałówka skiing area is located on mountains with a height of 1120 meters, and slalom competitions are held on the steep slope of Nosal (930-1135 meters). This resort can be called pre-war popular, and the tracks are difficult. By the way, back in 1907, the first ski competitions for the championship of Poland were held here.

The skiing season starts in November and ends in early May.

In addition to skis and sledges, Zakopane is attractive for its hiking trails, as well as for its picturesque wooden architecture. Zakopane can also be called quite a cultural city. From time immemorial, writers and artists have been striving here for inspiration.

So, here's what you can see in Zakopane.

Viewpoint

It is located at the foot of the Giewont mountain (at an altitude of 1894 meters) above the Wielka Krokiew ski jump. This observation deck offers stunning views of Zakopane and the Gubałówki ridge. A lift will take you to the site.

The Museum of Karol Szymanowski at the Villa Atma (Muzeum Karola Szymanowskiego w willi "Atma")

For starters, Karol Szymanowski is a Polish composer and pianist who lived and worked at the beginning of the last century. And the villa "Atma" is the very place where he spent six years of his life. In the museum you can see the personal belongings of the musician, as well as things related to his work. The building of the villa was built at the end of the 19th century, in the style of "chalet". The composer rented this villa, and it was here that he wrote several of his works. He rented it when he was diagnosed with tuberculosis and had to leave his position as director at the Warsaw Conservatory. This villa was often visited by his friends, no less famous musicians and artists. In 1974, the villa was handed over to the National Museum of Krakow, which accepted it for reconstruction. The interior, which can be seen in the villa, remained the same as when the musician left the villa. Today, this place hosts concerts and seminars.

Krupowki pedestrian street

This street is one of the five most famous streets in Poland. What did you think! In principle, the street is not very long, only a kilometer, stretches towards Gubalowka. The street is extremely lively and interesting, you can see street musicians, clowns, artists, merchants on it. On the street are a couple of the best hotels in the city, as well as restaurants and cafes. It must be assumed that people who came to the town on vacation all climb out to this street in the evenings, so there are darkness here for people. Right there, by the way, there is a ski lift to Gubalowka mountain.

On the street you can buy and taste a variety of national products, delicious Bunz and Oscilok cheeses, for example. Do not pass by shops with woolen sweaters, blankets, leather slippers, wooden kitchen utensils and other souvenirs and useful gizmos. For a change, you can ride along the street in a horse-drawn cart. By the way, once a year, sheep are driven along this street, which are herded into the mountains to pasture.

Museum of the Tatras (Muzeum Tatrzanskie)

The interesting Local History Museum of the Tatras invites its guests to admire the exhibits that tell about the culture, life and traditions of the local population, and a little about the local nature. This museum has been operating since the end of the 19th century.

The address: Krupowki 10

Schedule:(from May 1 to September 30 also on Tuesdays from 9.00 to 17.00)

Tickets: 7.00 zł (1.7 euros), children 5.50 zł (1.3 euros)

Interestingly, the museum has small branches throughout the city, everything is dedicated to the art and architecture of the Zakopane area. For example, for five years now a permanent exhibition has been running in the new department of the museum. "Zakopane style - inspiration", where you can see how construction, art, folk crafts developed in this area, and ethnographic collections of the late 19th century are also kept here. This exhibition hall is located at Droga do Rojów 6, in the house of the Gosenitsy Sobchaks.

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 9.00 to 17.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 6.00 zł (1.4 euros), children 4.50 zł. (1 euro) if you buy a joint ticket together with a visit to the main building of the museum - 10 zł and 8 zł, respectively.

You can also visit Museum of the Zakopane Style Stanisław Witkiewicz in „Koliba”, where you can admire the architecture of the Zakopane style and the interior of residential buildings. Look for this section of the museum by the address ul. Kościeliska 18.

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 9.00 to 17.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 7.00 zł, children 5.50 zł.

Another department - Gallery of Art. Kulchitsky where some exhibitions from the Tatra Museum take place.

The address: Droga na Koziniec 8

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 9.00 to 16.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 7.00 zł, children 5.50 zł.

Visit also Museum of the Khokholovsky Uprising, where you can learn more about the history of the Chocholow Uprising (which took place in 1846), and the museum is housed in a house with mid-19th century furnishings.

The address: Chocholow 75

Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday from 10.00 to 14.00

Tickets: PLN 6.00, children and pensioners PLN 4.50.

Don't forget that ticket offices usually close half an hour before the closing of the main building and branch of the Tatra Museum.

Gallery of Vladislav Hasior

The address: ul. Jagiellońska 18b

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 11.00 to 18.00, Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00

Tickets: 7.00 zł, children 5.50 zł.

In general, the city is cultural, as you can see, the locals are very proud of their history and traditions, and all this is just a joy for tourists!

Small town Zakopane in Poland - famous resort and just incredible beautiful place. Here you can ski, enjoy the beautiful scenery and have fun. The sights of Zakopane are no less interesting. It is about them that will be discussed in our article.

Location

Zakopane is located at an altitude of 750-1100 meters above sea level. The town is located in a very narrow gorge and is located between mountain ranges Gubałówka and the Tatras, practically near the border with Slovakia. Not far from it is Krakow.

Zakopane is a very small town. Its population does not exceed thirty thousand. But at the same time, for the last hundred years, Zakopane has been considered one of the centers cultural life Poland. It is in this town that artists and artists come to draw inspiration. Despite the modest size locality, its infrastructure is very developed. There are banks, restaurants, cafes, shops, discos, a theater and a cinema.

But still, Zakopane is best known as a ski resort. Moreover, it is considered the best in Poland. In addition, the fame of him spread far beyond the borders of the country.

The main feature of the resort is the stunning clean air, saturated with the invigorating aromas of coniferous forests. Zakopane is recommended as a resort for the treatment of such terrible ailments as anemia, tuberculosis and respiratory diseases. In general, absolutely all people will like the city, as there are many entertainments here. In addition, the sights of Zakopane will not leave anyone indifferent. Even if you are not a fan of ski runs, you will find something interesting to do in the city.

Museums of the city

Zakopane is not only a ski resort, but also a very interesting place. If you are not a fan of extreme descents, then explore the sights of Zakopane.

The Tatra Museum will tell guests the customs of the local population. In it you can see exhibits that will tell about the culture, traditions and nature of these places. The exposition of the museum includes, among other things, household items, which allows you to visualize the life of the local population in the old days.

Also in Zakopane there is a museum of Jan Kaspirovich and a museum of Kornely Makushinsky.

Chocholow village

For tourists, of course, the sights of Zakopane and the surrounding area are of great interest. Seventeen kilometers from the city is the village of Chochołów, which you can visit. Its population is 1100 people. The village is located almost near the Slovak border. The village is unique. Almost all the buildings in it are original wooden houses, most of which were built in the nineteenth century. The whole village consists of one street. In the historical center of the village, the houses along the road are arranged in such a way as if they mirror each other.

During the season the village is visited by a large number of tourists. Here you can buy unusual pottery, which is produced only here. There is an interesting house in the village, built from just one pine tree. It is called "the house of one tree". It is also worth seeing the Gothic stone church, which is completely different from all other buildings in the village.

The village gained fame after the events of 1846. At this time there was an uprising against the tyranny of Austria-Hungary. It was headed by a local teacher John Andruskevich. There is even a museum in the village, the exposition of which is dedicated to the Chochołów uprising.

Temple of Our Lady of Fatima

Another attraction of Zakopane and the surrounding area is the Temple of Our Lady of Fatima. It is located in the village of Koscielisko. The temple was erected in 1992 as a token of gratitude for the salvation of Pope John Paul II during the assassination attempt on him in 1981. The Pope himself repeatedly visited him, believing that the Mother of God of Fatima had saved his life.

The temple has interesting story. It is named after Our Lady of Fatima, who appeared to people in 1917 in a small town in Portugal called Fatima. Then she came to the three shepherdesses and told them three secrets about future events. It is said that two of her prophecies have already come true.

The temple has a magnificent decoration, a rich altar and painted stained-glass windows with paintings from the life of John Paul II.

Near the church, you can see many religious sculptures, and stunning views of the Tatras and Mount Giewont open from the territory of the temple.

Krupowku street

One of the attractions of Zakopane (Poland) is the pedestrian street Krupowki. There are similar promenades in all resort towns. However, the local street is colorful and unlike other streets in Poland. It passes through the center along the whole city and stretches to the foot famous mountain Gubaluvka. Krupowki is always crowded. There are shops, restaurants and taverns here. Tourists are entertained by street musicians, mimes and clowns. Along the street there are stalls with traditional souvenirs.

While relaxing in Zakopane, you should definitely take a walk along the promenade and buy gifts. According to tourists, the street is really interesting, like any central street of any resort. Here you can sit in a cafe or just relax. locals praise Krupowki. In fact, she may not seem as beautiful as you expect.

Mount Gubalowka

The main attraction of Zakopane and its surroundings in winter is Mount Gubałówka. It rises 300 meters above the city. The mountain offers stunning views of the surroundings. You can climb to its top by cable car or mountain tram. Krupowki Street rests just at the foot of the mountain. From the observation deck on the top of the mountain you can admire not only the city, but also the beautiful Tatras. Here you can also walk along the paths, look at the natural beauties through optical instruments. Gubalowka has several cafes and shops. It is always colder on the mountain than in the city.

mountain resort

The main attractions of Zakopane in winter are the mountain trails. The town is located as if in a bowl, in the immediate vicinity there are several bases, the slopes of which are always open for tourists. Zakopane has long acquired the status family resort. Favorable climatic conditions attracts thousands of tourists every year. Mild snowy winters - main feature resort. Ski slopes ready to ride in December. On some slopes, tourists continue to ski until April. Local slopes are good for beginners, but they are also popular with professional athletes.

As a ski resort, the city began to attract the views of tourists in the nineteenth century. Over the past hundred years, the infrastructure of the town has changed and improved. And now tourists are met by a completely modern ski resort. The sights of Zakopane may not be as outstanding and can not be compared in importance with its mountain trails, but still interesting for tourists.

The best track and the most popular is Kasprowy Wierch. By the way, the mountain is the most crowded. There are many tourists on it not only in winter, but also in summer. After all, in the warm season are available hiking trails. In about three hours you can walk to the very top. And on the lift the road takes only half an hour. Nearby is Svintsi - one of the highest in Poland.

Vitkiewicz Theater

Another attraction of Zakopane (Poland) is the local theater, which bears the name of the famous Vitkiewicz. The theater is located on Hramcowka Street. By the way, it is the only one in the city and is a source of pride.

Sea Eye

In winter, the sights of Zakopane seem especially fabulous, thanks to the abundance of snow. One of those places that are of interest to tourists is a mountain lake with beautiful name Sea Eye. Getting to it is not so easy. Local guides offer horse-drawn or horseback rides. The lake is located high in the mountains. It is said that it can be reached on foot on an asphalt road in three hours. On its coast there is an equipped tourist camp where you can spend the night. There is also a cafe here.

Walks in the park

The resort is good because the sights and entertainments of Zakopane are designed for guests of all ages. People of all ages can find something interesting in the city. Tatra is interesting for a family visit national park. It is especially interesting in summer period. Numerous hiking trails are laid across the territory of the reserve, some of them end in the territory of Slovakia. The Koshcheliska Valley is very beautiful. It amazes with picturesque meadows and clear mountain streams. It is said that even Pope John Paul II himself visited it.

valley of caves

What is worth seeing in Zakopane is the Valley of the Caves. The path to it lies along a good dirt road. The main attraction of the valley is the Frosty Cave. It was discovered not so long ago, in 1934. It opened to visitors about 50 years ago. By the way, this cave is unique in some way, it is the only one in the Tatras equipped with electric lighting. In summer, the temperature inside the cave does not rise above +6 degrees. excursion route it takes about half an hour. Some passages are so narrow that you have to literally squeeze through. In general, the route is easy and safe, so the cave can be visited with children.

Another similar place is located in the Koshcheli valley. The cave is known as the Dragon Pit. This name was given in honor of the rock located at the entrance to the dungeon. Its shape resembles a dragon with its mouth open. Moreover, the similarity is so obvious that no one believes that nature itself, and not people, made it so. The route of the cave is not very easy. In some areas, you need to hold on tightly to the fasteners in the walls, otherwise you can fall and break. Still, mountains are not park alleys.

City entertainment

As you can see, most of the interesting places are outside of Zakopane. But in the town itself there are many entertainments. On sunny summer days, you can swim in the pool located on the territory of the Mercury Kasprovi hotel. The city has a water park all year round. Not available for families best place than the amusement park "Rabkoland", built in the vicinity of the city. On its territory there are attractions for children of all ages and recreation areas.

AT central area The city has all the nightclubs (and there are 18 of them), restaurants, bars. In peak holiday season for vacationers organize various entertainment programs. The central streets are always busy, here you can go shopping and look into souvenir shops.