Tatra Highlands
Zakopane & the Tatras
Poland's alpine soul — wooden villas, sheep-cheese smoke, granite peaks.
Zakopane is the gateway to the Tatras — Poland's only true alpine range. Year-round it draws hikers, skiers and culture-seekers. The town itself is a museum of wooden Górale architecture.
What to see
- Morskie Oko lake hike
- Kasprowy Wierch cable car
- Krupówki promenade
- Thermal baths
- Folk music nights
Best time to visit
June – September & January – March