Top 7 places to visit in Poland in winter

Winter in Poland is a great time of year to relax. If you like skiing, join us. For those who prefer other types of activities, we invite you to read the material below.

Zakopane

Zakopane is one of the most popular resorts, which welcomes holiday-makers all year round, regardless of the season. For those who love to take pictures and share them on social media, it is full of beautiful places to complement your pictures. Come to the small and cosy town at the foot of the Tatras in winter. It’s a great place for a variety of winter sports. Downhill skiing and cultural activities are what the resort has in store for its visitors.

Bukowina Tatranska

Another charming village, Bukowina Tatranska, is situated near Zakopane and offers tourists a good view of the mountains and hot thermal springs. If you are fond of folklore and have an interest in Polish traditions, then you can visit the Gural Carnival that takes place in this region every year in February. There are also ski lifts here and nearby Białka Tatranska is a popular ski resort in the country.

Kolobrzeg

Located in the northern part of the country on the shores of the Baltic Sea is the town of Kolobrzeg. Visitors during winter can enjoy the marvellous beauty of the sea. Visitors also have a chance to visit Kolobrzeg for their health, as the natural vapours of the sea at this time of year are full of iodine. In the local health resorts there is mud treatment, and in the mineral springs – recreational baths.

Spala

If you are not getting out of Warsaw for too long, Spala is a must-see for your weekend break. It is situated 100 km away from Warsaw. You can find there an Olympic training centre with an indoor pool and a cryogenic chamber. You can enjoy a ride in a sledge down a snow hill, rent cross-country skis or play paintball in winter.

Giżycko

The most popular seaside resort is most often referred to as the Polish capital of sailing. Why? Because Giżycko is situated between two large lakes that communicate with other bodies of water. In the winter, the lakes become covered in ice as the town is situated on one of the coldest areas in north-eastern Poland. Ice boat races are held here.

Bialowieza

Do you want a fairy tale come true? If so, head off into the snow-covered wilderness and try to hunt down bison – it is very interesting and entertaining. The Białowieża Forest is the natural habitat of the European Bison, of which there are around 500 individuals left in these woods. Regardless of the time of year, experienced guides will take you into the thicket to observe the majestic animals. Deep in the vast relict forest is the village of Bialowieza, where you can spend the night.

Karpacz

Located in the mountain range is the town of Karpacz – a ski resort with plenty of winter activities. Tourists can rent a snow scooter and visit the surrounding area. If you come here with children, be sure to go for a ride on the roller coaster. You must pay a visit to the medieval church, which was transported from Norway in the 19th century. It’s made of wood, otherwise known as the Vang Church, and is a magnificent example of Romanesque architecture.