Zakopane is a grand Poland Vacation destination you don't want to miss! Use this site to plan your travel to Zakopane for your Vacation today. Create a personal itinerary, make a reservation and get special deals on an unforgettable adventure to Zakopane- the Winter Capital of Poland.
Think of it as kind of Polish Aspen- fun in all seasons. Zakopane,(which means buried) is treasured by Poles for its folk culture and stunning beauty.
It is located in the Tatra Mountains of southern Poland, called Małopolska ("Little Poland") the highest range in the Carpathians. Two hours drive south of Krakow brings you to Zakopane near the border with Slovakia. Zakopane is known for its great skiing and hiking, signature wooden chalets seen nowhere else in the world - 12 inch thick pine walls, steep roofs and gingerbread decorations. Classic Zakopane highlander men dress in embroidered tan boiled wool breeches , a white shirt and a round black felt hat. Women wear brilliantly colored flowered peasant dresses and brightly colored scarves.
During year many international competitions like the Grand Prix Summer Ski Jumping and Highland Folk Festival, winter World Cup Competition Ski Jumping competition is in January. These are a few of the many attractions.
We posted on Picasa and You Tub some pictures from our excursion of Zakopane and Tatra Mountains
Zakopane in Winter season. Tatra Mountains and surrounding area on You Tube.
Zakopane Polo Match this is one of many attractions Zakopane offers to Winters Visitors. Ski competition, ski jumping..
EAT LOCAL HIGHLANDER FOOD. Sauerkraut soup, red cabbage, pork knuckles, lamb , sausage and fried fresh trout are among the options.
FUNICULAR OR CABLE CAR to the top of Mt. Gubałówka, on North , or Kasprowy on South site of Zakopane.
TATRA MUSEUM. Located right downtown on Krupowki Street, it's a good place to get primer on local folk culture, folk art and flora and fauna. The museum is open daily.
GO HIKING. Can range from an easy two-hour stroll to high-intensity mountain climbing. Consult any local sports shop or place you stay.
CATCH A FESTIVAL. You might be lucky enough to be in Zakopane during the big International Highland Folk Festival, when highlanders from all over the region gather for singing, dancing, contests, art shows and lots of eating each August.
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