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Events in Zakopane March 2024 – exhibitions, sports, and culture
After the winter holidays, our city continues to host many interesting cultural and sports events that will attract both art lovers and outdoor activity enthusiasts. From traditional high-mountain skiing competitions, through exciting memory runs,......The most interesting apartments in Zakopane – Aparthotel Royal Resort SPA Apartamenty Zakopane
Zakopane has been attracting tourists for decades with its unique climate, highlander culture, and the beauty of the Tatra Mountains. In search of a suitable accommodation, one can find one of the exceptional apartments......Tatra Guides, your security guards in the mountains in winter
Tatra Mountain Guides are mountain specialists whose task is to help tourists safely navigate the Tatra Mountains. These are people with the appropriate qualifications and experience who are able to lead groups of tourists......Everything Worth Knowing Before Coming to Zakopane in Winter!
Have you ever wondered why it’s worth booking accommodation in Zakopane for a ski trip in advance? It’s not just about comfort but also availability. Zakopane is one of the most popular places for......All inclusive hotels in Zakopane – which one to choose?
All inclusive hotels in Zakopane – which one to choose? Rest is very important in life. It’s best to relax in a completely new environment. Go away for a few days and catch a......Zakopane in January and February – what to see and experience?
Zakopane is unique all year round. Every month, the city authorities organize special events for tourists to make their time spent in the capital of the Polish Tatras more pleasant. An unquestionable attraction is......14th Festival of Carols, Pastorales and Christmas Songs
The Christmas period in Zakopane is a special time. It is then that the most beautiful Polish Christmas carols and highlander pastorals resound here. And all thanks to the 14th Festival of Carols, Pastorales......Ski Jumping World Cup in Zakopane 2023
This weekend, the competition of ski jumpers in the World Cup will take place in Zakopane, where Polish athletes will fight for the next high places. Fans will be able to see both individual......Zakopane is for everyone
For many years, there has been an opinion in the media that Zakopane has the highest prices compared to other tourist destinations in Poland. There are also those who say that in Austria or......Do you know who we owe Zakopane to?
Do you know to whom we owe Zakopane, Tatra National Park and even Morskie Oko? Before you go to Zakopane for the first time, or like many of us, if you have been there......Highlander New Year’s Eve in Zakopane?
It is incomprehensible that the New Year’s Eve in Zakopane invites Zenek year after year. After all, this concert is organized in Zakopane, in Podhale, where many musical talents come from, even greater than......Ski touring is the best winter adventure, but don’t forget about safety.
Ski touring is a great adventure in the mountains, but it is necessary to know that not only is the equipment different than for downhill skiing, it also requires great skiing skills. If you......Tatra Mountains in autumn
Tatra Mountains in autumn – what will surprise us the most beautiful season of the year. For many people, autumn in the mountains is the most beautiful time. The ubiquitous green of dwarf mountain......The storm will not pass sideways
The storm will not pass sideways This year’s summer will be remembered for a long time by the inhabitants of Zakopane, but also by all who follow the events near the Tatra Mountains with......Zakopane – events in October
Zakopane – events in October October in Zakopane is an explosion of cultural events. The autumn weather, often more gracious than in other parts of the country, sunny and warmer – conduces to leaving......Summer is outside … think about winter in Zakopane!
Summer is outside … think now about winter in Zakopane! On warm days, when sometimes it is hard to bear the high temperatures we can turn our thoughts to winter for refreshment. And, for......Events in September
Events in September September in Zakopane is a time of meetings with culture and art at its best. Music festivals, meetings of filmmakers and mountain lovers, exhibitions and museum and historical presentations gather a......TOPR – 110 years of heroism
TOPR – 110 years of heroism If today, an accidentally met inhabitant of Zakopane would say which institution enjoys the greatest respect in the city, he will answer without hesitation – TOPR. The Tatra......Tips for walks in Zakopane
Tips for walks in Zakopane So how to spend a nice day without wasting time on trips? As we already mentioned in the text “Plan your stay and do it smart” when planning walks......Plan your stay and do it smart
Plan your stay and do it smart When we intend to come to Zakopane, as in any other place, we are certainly thinking about how to plan our stay not to waste any time,......Events in August
Events in August August is a culture. There is no exaggeration in these words. In Zakopane and its surroundings, this month happens the largest accumulation of cultural events. Music, folklore and culinary festivals, as......Summer attractions in Zakopane
Summer attractions in Zakopane Tourist attractions in Zakopane and surrounding area. Scenic tours around Zakopane Most people want to go to Zakopane planning at least one mountain trip. There are those also, who organize......To become an inhabitant of Zakopane?
To become an inhabitant of Zakopane? Briefly about real estate, work, realities of life – advice for those who dream of moving. Many people visiting Zakopane – whether it’s for the first stay or......Tradition or modernity?
Tradition or modernity? What is left of the core culture of Podhale? Zakopane is a phenomenon in Poland. It is difficult to meet a person who was not here at least once in a......Around Podhale by car
Around Podhale by car When choosing Zakopane or its surroundings as a vacation destination, we usually have to decide which kind of transport will be the most useful and clever. Although the city authorities......Scenic tours around Zakopane
Scenic tours around Zakopane Which is what we recommend in the spring instead of cold and snowy mountains. Most people want to go to Zakopane planning at least one mountain trip. There are those......Early spring and spring in the Tatra Mountains
Early spring and spring in the Tatra Mountains Spring is in Poland the time of holidays and related so-called “long weekends”. First Easter, later a traditional picnic in the first days of May, then......Time for oscypek
Time for oscypek “Oscypek”, (read: os-tzee-pheq), a traditional highlander’s smoked ewe’s milk cheese, is the most famous culinary attraction of Podhale. It started to be produced in Polish lands as early as in the......Thermal baths and swimming pools – chill out!
Thermal baths and swimming pools – chill out! There are many things that make Zakopane an attractive holiday destination both in summer and winter. The proximity of mountains, views, many ski slopes in the......Hotels SPA & Wellness – Leave Zakopane healthy, beautiful and happy
Hotels SPA & Wellness – Leave Zakopane healthy, beautiful and happy You will be coming back here. When choosing a hotel in Zakopane, in the first place we think about the view from the......Take shelter in the Tatras
Take shelter in the Tatras … and forget about Zakopane;) Although the offer of hotels, guesthouses, villas and hostels is really impressive in Zakopane, there are certainly some people who are looking for something......Guided tour – do not waste your time on vacation.
Guided tour – do not waste your time on vacation. The title may seem quite perverse. Throughout the year, we have to manage our time very wisely to bring together work, daily home logistics,......Safety in the mountains in winter
Safety in the mountains in winter Many people go to Zakopane in winter. They want to feel the atmosphere of the town and experience a real, snowy winter. Some also plan trips to the......Never enough of winter
Never enough of winter Winter attractions, or what else besides skis. We have already written a lot about the rich ski offer in Zakopane and its surroundings in the texts devoted to ski stations......When it’s raining. Winter (and not only) attractions in Zakopane.
When it’s raining. Winter (and not only) attractions in Zakopane. When planning a trip to Zakopane in the winter, many of us have a picture of snow-covered spruces and wooden highlander’s houses in front......Events in February
Events in February February is the month of winter holidays for school children, and for Zakopane – the middle of the winter season. There are many things happening in sports, there are also many......Events in January
Events in January January is a month of winter break for schoolchildren in Poland. It is also the time of high ski season, while temperatures allow keeping the snow on all slopes. There are......Rental and service centers of skis and snowboards
Rental and service centers of skis and snowboards As there are many of ski slopes in the vicinity of Zakopane as well as in the city itself, the offer of ski equipment rentals is......Ski schools in Zakopane – learn to ski with the champions!
Ski schools in Zakopane – learn to ski with the champions! Before we stand on a real ski slope, surrounded by skiers whooshing around us, already equipped with our own or borrowed equipment –......The Tatry Super Ski – one skipass, many slopes.
The Tatry Super Ski – one skipass, many slopes. Present in Podhale since 2011, the offer of a TATRYSKI ticket, common to many ski stations, has grown in this season and now it is......Ski resorts in Zakopane and the surrounding area
Ski resorts in Zakopane and the surrounding area This year is introduced for the first time the TATRY SUPER SKI a skipass for 14 resorts, connecting Zakopane and surrounding area into a single large......It’s time for skiing in Zakopane!
It’s time for skiing in Zakopane! Tourists visiting Zakopane in winter we can divide in two groups. Some are lovers of winter sports, skiing and snowboarding, wanting to spend a long time on the......Christmas in Zakopane
Christmas in Zakopane Stay at home or …? Christmas is a longed-for time for many of us. We dream not only of meetings with family, gifts, beautifully decorated house, but also – and perhaps......The most interesting art galleries – buy yourself a work of art.
The most interesting art galleries – buy yourself a work of art. We live in an era when, with the word “gallery”, we mainly associate shopping, this is especially true for the younger generation.......Events in December
Events in December From December 1 to February 24 The Zakopane Art Fair 2018/2019. Presentation of works of art in the field of painting, graphics, sculpture and utility forms – combined with the possibility......We recommend in November
We recommend in November November in the Tatras this year is still attracting visitors with great weather, almost summer temperatures. Admittedly, on some days the intense wind “halny” will not let us go into......As many ascents that many descents.
As many ascents that many descents. The wish, which is in the title of this text, usually is given to Himalayan mountaineers, who decide to conquer the highest mountains of the world. Families and......Zakopane – bon appétit!
Zakopane – bon appétit! Every tourist, coming to any part of the world, has the first two goals in mind. Reach the place of accommodation and find a place where we can eat something.......Easy routes in the Tatras – short trips for tourists without preparation.
Easy routes in the Tatras – short trips for tourists without preparation. Many people coming to Zakopane are planning to reach some Tatra summits. The city itself is not interested for them so much,......Zakopane – a city of science.
Zakopane – a city of science. Although Zakopane is associated mainly with mountains, tourism, sport, as well as unique art, architecture and Podhale folklore – still it is not all that the city has......Events in Zakopane – important and interesting in October.
Events in Zakopane – important and interesting in October. Anyone who thinks that Zakopane is dying immediately “after the season” when the crowd of holiday guests leaves the city – is wrong. Admittedly, children......It will not be easy! Seemingly easy trails
It will not be easy! Seemingly easy trails Here we write about the routes, which perhaps someone somewhere recommended as trivial, maybe we also have maps with indications of the scale of difficulty and......To understand Zakopaneer
To understand Zakopaneer Since when Zakopane ceased to be a village at the end of the world, visitors were fascinated by the local indigenous population, very different from the people in other regions of......Music in Zakopane – festivals and concerts
Music in Zakopane – festivals and concerts Zakopane is not immediately associated with music. Although it has a beautiful history and was created here by one of the most outstanding Polish composers – Mieczyslaw......Are you going to Giewont?
Are you going to Giewont? Although the title refers to the popular jokes that highlanders make of “ceprów” (tourists), we promise, we will not laugh at anyone here. On the contrary, we will try......Tatra savoir-vivre
Tatra savoir-vivre Going on vacation, we all want to rest. Not only from work – tables, translations, or house designs – but also from stress, planning the day with a watch in your hand,......Tatra Fashion Review
Tatra Fashion Review Although the subject seems banal and dozens of texts have been written about how to dress in the mountains, it turns out that people’s fantasy has no limits. There will always......Unnecessary and necessary in your suitcase.
Unnecessary and necessary in your suitcase. So, what we need to have with us when going to Zakopane, and what really can stay at home. Oh, the tourist is coming. At the beginning a......Zakopane – it will heal you!
Zakopane – it will heal you! We live in a time when many of us have to plan our holidays well in advance. Trapped in offices, staring at computer screens we try to plan......There is no other such city.
There is no other such city. When going to Zakopane it is worth bearing in mind that there is no other similar city in Poland. In the world too. Although it is changing, old......Zakopane in the blink of an eye.
Zakopane in the blink of an eye. We live in an era of condensed time. We try to make the most of every moment of it, plan as much activity as possible in its......Choice of accommodation
Choice of accommodation When planning a vacation in Zakopane, we will certainly confront a dilemma, where to stay, what to choose – a hotel, guest house, or an apartment? Each of the places has......How much do you know about the mountains?
How much do you know about the mountains? Not everyone who has the opportunity to visit the Tatra Mountains is lucky to be introduced by someone familiar, friend or a family member who already......Why Zakopane?
Why Zakopane? To say that Zakopane has as many supporters as opponents – it could be a bit too much optimistic estimate. For unknown reasons just this city is getting spanking from Internet users......Highlander food – what you should taste during your stay in Zakopane
Highlander food – what you should taste during your stay in Zakopane Today in Zakopane and in Podhale we can recommend trout, lamb and mutton served according to many recipes. In many restaurants you......Tatras in winter: how to prepare for a mountain trip – conversation with Tatra guide
Before going for a mountain trip in winter, you should prepare properly. No matter if you’re going to a valley, or to higher parts, Tatras in the winter are completely different, than those, that......Białego Valley – winter walking in the Tatra Mountains
Białego Valley it is a beautiful and interesting place for a not very long walk with the whole family. You can go there whenever you want, every season is good for that. However, the most perfect......The most beautiful churches in Zakopane & Podhale Region
There are really lots of places to visit in Zakopane and Podhale Region. Strictly connected to highlander culture are churches, that beneath Tatras have their unique charm and regional character. They’re usually wooden, located......Winter in Zakopane and Podhale Region – why you should come here
Winter in Zakopane and Podhale Region means many well prepared ski slopes, ski rentals and ski schools. But there’s more than that! Zakopane and Podhale in winter offer much more. Check out the reasons......Kościeliska Valley – in winter and summer
Kościeliska Valley is a great idea for a winter hike – the trail has no difficulties, the whole way is easy and comfortable. In a sunny winter day, the views are beautiful and warm......Things to do in Zakopane & Podhale with kids on a rainy day
We all know, how annoying bad weather can be when we’re on holiday, especially in the mountains, where good weather is really important. But there’s nothing we can do, so it’s good to prepare......Mountain hiking preparation – 9 advices how to prepare for a mountain trip
Before we go for a mountain trip, we should prepare. Tatra Mountains are beautiful and have wonderful views, but we should feel respect for them. They’re high mountains, where climate’s conditions are different than......How to get to Zakopane from Warsaw and Cracow
This year there are flights to Cracow from 20 European countries, from 63 cities, most of them are direct. The flights are between 2 and 3 hours and it only takes two hours from......Podhale & Zakopane transport – how to move around Podhale Region without a car
When we go to Zakopane and Podhale Region, it may be a good idea to leave your car at home and use public transport. But many tourists think that moving around by car is......Chochołowska Valley – nice walk for everybody
Chocholowska Valley is one of the most popular tourist trails in Tatra Mountains. It is a comfortable hiking for everybody: small children, elderly people, cyclists and families with dogs! Even our pets can enjoy......History walk in Zakopane: ski jump and cable car to Kasprowy Wierch
Zakopane offers more than Krupówki Street: ski slopes, ski jump, cable car to Kasprowy Peak and Tatra Mountains. The town has its unique history with unique people. What about nice walk and discovering Zakopane’s......History walk in Zakopane – Krupówki and Kościeliska Street
Zakopane offers more than Krupówki Street: ski slopes, ski jump, cable car to Kasprowy Peak and Tatra Mountains. The town has its unique history and very unique people. What about a nice walk and......Highlander’s culture – short guide
Highlanders culture and folklore in Zakopane and Podhale Region is very unique. It’s worth to know at least its basics, because when you’re in Tatras, you will be able to appreciate more......ABOUT PODHALE REGION
Podhale Region is a separated cultural area, located beneath Tatra Mountains, in basin of Dunajec River. Region’s borders are clearly visible: the north border are Gorce Mountains, south border – Tatras, east......ABOUT TATRAS
Tatra Mountains are the highest mountain range in Carpathian Mountains. The highest peak is Gerlach Peak (2655 m.a.s.l.), which is located in Slovak part of Tatras. The highest peak in Polish Tatras......ABOUT ZAKOPANE
Phenomenon and popularity of Zakopane sometimes surprise even local people. There are more and more tourists visiting Zakopane every year. Where do this highest located town in Poland come from? Why it’s so......
