Nestled at the heart of the Tatra Mountains sits the magnificent Zakopane, Poland's premier winter holiday destination. Well-known for its rich Góral culture and jaw-dropping panoramics, Zakopane offers family-friendly activities and accommodations, warm, alpine charm, and top-tier skiing in spades.
The golden ticket to some of Poland's best ski slopes.Newbies and snowboarders will enjoy the small skiing areas at the resort's centre, such as Nosal, Szymoszkowa, and Harenda. These are fantastic for families with excellent ski schools, well-maintained pistes, and even a snow park with jumps and rails. Home to Poland's only alpine-style skiing, Kasprowy Wierch offers the most challenging terrain for seasoned skiers. To reach the slopes, you can grab a seat on a private ski minibus at the central bus station plaza or catch one of the regularly running local ski buses to the lift stations.
Off the piste, experience winter thrills with snow tubing, ice skating, and sleigh rides, or wrap up warm for family hikes and snowshoeing in the Tatra National Park. As the sun sets, the après scene comes alive on the lively Krupówki Street with glasses of mulled wine and cosy taverns serving hearty Polish cuisine.