Poland Travel [#02] - Winter Madness in Poland

We're going skiing – winter fun in Poland!

If we love skiing, we should definitely check out the best winter resorts in Poland. A fantastic place for winter sports enthusiasts is Kasprowy Wierch. It is particularly distinguished by the length of its slopes, elevation, views, gondola access to the summit, and ski trails. Where else is worth visiting? We're exploring interesting places in Poland where we can ski.

Szczyrk

Are there any fans of skis here? First and foremost, we should start with Szczyrk. Its great advantage is its excellent location in the Silesian Beskids. It guarantees tourists fantastic conditions. There are two great ski resorts here – Beskid Sport Arena and Szczyrkowski Ski Resort. With one pass, we have access to 40 kilometers of trails, 5 chairlifts, and 7 drag lifts, as well as a gondola. It's also a great place for night and evening skiing.

Wieżyca

Another interesting place is Wieżyca. It is particularly distinguished by its unique location. It is situated in the northern part of our country. It is popular with residents of Słupsk, Trójmiasto, or Elbląg. Both beginner and intermediate skiers will benefit from the ski trails.

Wisła

Tourists also happily come to Wisła. There are as many as 7 resorts operating here. First and foremost, we should remember about Nowa Osada and Soszów. The season lasts a long time here, and the ski infrastructure is truly well-developed. Both skiers and snowboarders are drawn to Wisła. It is the home town of Adam Małysz.

Karpacz

Karpacz is another beautiful place, offering numerous lifts, winter resorts, and slopes. It lies at the entrance to the Karkonosze National Park – it is also an interesting tourist attraction. It is worth trying local drinks and delicacies. And what about the descents? The Winterpol resort offers 3 excellent downhill runs. The scenery of the Karkonosze Mountains is truly beautiful.

Korbielów

It is also worth visiting Korbielów. This place is primarily known for its extraordinary altitude difference between the peak and the lower station, which is as much as 800 meters! Here you can practice commercial downhill skiing. It is an ideal place for both skiers and snowboarders. The resort offers 12 runs, totaling 19 kilometers, excellent in both quality and length. You can also rent a snowmobile here and take advantage of the services of an experienced instructor-guide.

Szklarska Poręba

Szklarska Poręba is also a popular destination. It is slightly more intimate than Karpacz. However, we will definitely not be bored here. The Ski Arena Szrenica offers 11 kilometers of challenging descents. Both beginners and experienced skiers are happy to come here. You can also admire a truly romantic and majestic view. It is a great place both in summer and winter. However, keep in mind that tourism is thriving here, and often this town is filled with tourists.

Przywidz

Przywidz is a town in Kashubia that attracts visitors primarily with its unique location. It offers 800 meters of main slope, which is enough for some skiing. You can practice both cross-country and alpine skiing here. There is also a great gastronomy base.

Sienna

Now let’s go to the town of Sienna in Lower Silesia. There is a modern ski resort, Czarna Góra, which offers 10 kilometers of slopes. They meet the highest European standards as they are lit and artificially snowed. You can ski here until 10:30 PM. You can take the cable car and use the ski bus with your pass.

Zieleniec

Zieleniec is located in the Kłodzko Valley. It offers 28 kilometers of perfectly prepared trails. This is one of the largest ski resorts in Poland. It features a rich tourist base, a snow park, free skiing, a variety of modern lifts, and snow that lasts for up to 5 months.

 

Author of the text: Łukasz Stachurski