- Zakopane resort
- Spa Szklarska Poreba
- Spa Szczyrk
- Zelenets resort
- Karpacz resort
- Spa Szczawnica
- Spa Ustzhiki Dolne
Fraternal Poland is steadily associated among Russians with the first trips of "shuttle traders" who began market relations in the post-Soviet space. But this country today is confidently taking a strong leading position in Europe in terms of organizing inexpensive, but high-quality winter holidays with the opportunity to go skiing or snowboarding.
The entire south of Poland is covered with mountains that offer stable snow cover from the beginning of winter to the end of March. If we add to this the mild climate and high-quality pistes, we can confidently recommend Polish ski resorts to those who prefer the best combination of price and quality in organizing family vacations or vacations.
Zakopane resort
Route map Zakopane
Organized back in the 19th century, the Polish resort of Zakopane is considered the most popular among skiers for a reason. Its modern technical equipment, equipment and infrastructure, which are envied and more "/>
The Zakopane resort is ideal for all categories of lovers of active winter leisure and allows skiing for both amateurs and advanced gurus.
There are several ski resorts in Zakopane, the most popular are:
- Kasprowy Wierch (1957 m) is the largest skiing region in Zakopane. Its tracks are mostly marked in black, which means they are the most difficult. The longest seven-kilometer descent and almost a kilometer difference in altitude on Mount Kasprowy Wierch attracts the attention of professionals.
- The Gubalowka region (1120 m) boasts ideal views of the Tatra Mountains and the valley below. Using the funicular, you can get here in less than five minutes. The six tracks of Gubalowka are of quite justified interest not only for inexperienced athletes, but also for experienced skiers.
- The Polyana Shimoshkova resort (1140 m) is considered one of the most modern and technically equipped in the country. Chair lifts with windproof caps and a moving landing platform, snow cannons that provide a decent coverage of the slopes even in warm weather, and illumination of the slopes at night make the rest especially comfortable. The slopes of the resort are suitable for both beginners and advanced athletes, and the stunning views of the snow-covered Tatras allow you to take picturesque photos.
- Nosal (1206 m) is located on the northern slope of the mountain of the same name. There is a slalom track with FIS certification, easy tracks for beginners and difficult tracks for advanced skiers.
The main entertainment program in the resort of Zakopane takes place in the Rabkoland water park and park, the attractions of which are famous throughout the country.
Spa Szklarska Poreba
Scheme of the Szklarska-Poreba routes
This lovely place lies at the foot of Srenica, a mountain with a height of 1362 meters. The small but hospitable and cozy resort of Szklarska Poręba offers its fans skiing in a modernly equipped winter entertainment complex "SkiArena". It is built on a northwest slope and has the latest drag lifts.
The resort has very easy trails to overcome, for example, Puhatek and Bystra. Their length is 1450 and 2080 meters, and they will appeal to those who take their first steps in alpine skiing and take lessons at the local ski school. The Snezhinka and Lollobrigida slopes are of interest for experienced athletes, and the Wall is for real gurus of alpine skiing.
Spa Szczyrk
Scheme of routes Szczyrk
Szczyrk is the largest ski resort in Poland. It is located in the south of the country, in the picturesque Beskids, at the foot of the Skrzyczne and Klimchok mountains. The season here lasts from December to the end of March. The gentle, forested slopes, as well as the mild, windless climate, attract not only experienced skiers, but also beginners, as well as lovers of outdoor activities with children.
Four ski areas in Szczyrk - Dinasi, Salmol, Beskidek and Malinov - offer more than 60 km of slopes of various difficulty, artificial and natural jumps, trails for flat skis, artificial snow systems are provided, and the trails are illuminated at night.
The resort has many restaurants and cafes, a well-developed hotel base, an ice rink, it is possible to combine active recreation with health improvement in spa centers based on local mineral springs.
Zelenets resort
Scheme of the resort Zelenets
Located in the Orlické Hills on the border with the Czech Republic, Zelenets is a perfect winter vacation destination for the whole family. There are many tracks for beginners, but advanced boarders and skiers have a place to show themselves. 30 lifts tirelessly transport athletes to the starting points, and the total length of the local network of pistes is a little less than 15 km.
The height above sea level, at which Zelenets is located, is small and is only 900 meters. The local main mountain peaks are Sherlikh and Zeleny Grab. The season lasts almost five months, and the quality of the snow is monitored by snow guns. Fans of racing along the slope on a board can play sports not only on the slopes, but also in a well-made snow park.
The resort has budget and comfortable accommodation options. Hotels-guesthouses for every taste offer a large number of rooms for athletes, and restaurants with excellent cuisine include national Polish dishes in the menu.
Karpacz resort
The scheme of the routes of Karpach
The highest mountain in the Karkonosz massif, Snezka, has given shelter to the famous Polish resort of Karpacz. From November to mid-spring, beginners and skiers hone their skills and learn to perform complex somersaults here. In total, the Karpacz tracks stretch for 17 km, of which the longest - Zlotówka - has a vertical drop of more than 450 meters.
The foot-workers chose this resort thanks to the two half-pipes built here and a special descent in the area of the Guralka slope. And on the northern slope of Mount Sniezki, where athletes are taken by seven different lifts, there are slopes for the pros.
Spa Szczawnica
Map of pistes Palenica in Szczawnica
Not far from Zakopane, on the border of the Pienin Mountains and the Beskids, there is another ski resort - cozy Szczawnica. Quite gentle slopes are decorated with picturesque cliffs and sharp ridges. The local slopes will delight not only experienced skiers, but also beginners who like this winter holiday.
Numerous lifts and a cable car, a co-boarding track and artificial snowmaking facilities, restaurants and bars - Szczawnica offers its guests a comfortable stay and a great mood. And besides, Szczawnica is a well-known health resort, so active rest here can be perfectly combined with treatment in local spa complexes and sanatoriums.
Spa Ustzhiki Dolne
Route map of Ustzhiki Dolne
A winter resort located in Bieszczady, Ustrzyki Dolne offers its guests not only a variety of trails for winter sports enthusiasts, but also a developed infrastructure - cafes and restaurants, hotels and spas, a swimming pool and shops, equipment rental and numerous ski lifts to the slopes.
Clean air, high-quality service and a variety of pistes attract both family tourists and experienced skiers here. The season lasts here from December to March. The main course is FIS certified for giant slalom.
| Resort | Length | Heights | Lifts | Green slopes | Blue trails | Red slopes | Black trails | Ski pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zakopane | 80 km | 830-2012m | 49 | 10 | 17 | 6 | 7 |
15-20€ day |
| Szklarska Poreba | 20 km | 880-1362 m | 23 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 4 |
18-22€ day |
| Szczyrk | 40 km | 460-1257 m | 13 | 0 | 20 | 5 | 2 |
10-15€ day |
| Zelenets | 22 km | 800-960 m | 24 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0 |
16-25€ day |
| Karpacz | 15 km | 820-1350 m | 24 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
15€ day |
| Szczawnica | 7 km | 460-600 m | 7 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
15-20€ day |
| Ustzhiki Dolne | 7, 5 km | 400-550 m | 15 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
10-15€ day |
