Zakopane in winter: skiing, Kasprowy and thermal pools from the centre

In winter Zakopane means ski slopes, sleigh rides, snowy valleys and a hot soak in the evening. The nearest slope is a few minutes’ drive from the apartment, and Krupówki is a walk away.

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Zakopane in winter

What to do nearby

Distances are straight-line from the apartment at Gimnazjalna 16.

Kasprowy Wierch
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Kasprowy Wierch

The cable car from Kuźnice (3.8 km from the apartment) takes you up to 1,987 m, with the Gąsienicowa and Goryczkowa ski runs and a view over the whole Tatra range. It pays to buy tickets online in advance.

From the apartment: 3.8 km

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Nosal ski slope
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Nosal ski slope

The nearest slope, about 2.8 km away. Good for a short ski session and for learning to ski.

From the apartment: 2.8 km

Map and directions

Gubałówka
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Gubałówka

The Gubałówka funicular starts 900 m from the apartment, right by Krupówki. At the top: a ski slope, a view of the snowy Tatras and mulled wine.

From the apartment: 900 m

Map and directions

Wielka Krokiew
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Wielka Krokiew

The ski jump, 2.4 km from the apartment. Ski jumping competitions take place here in winter, and you can see the jump up close all year round.

From the apartment: 2.4 km

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Aqua Park after skiing
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Aqua Park after skiing

Pools and saunas 850 m from the apartment. Or stay in: there is a bathtub waiting for you.

From the apartment: 850 m

Map and directions

Tips from your host

Good to know before you come

  • In winter you park free by the building, away from the paid zones.
  • Head up Kasprowy early, before the queues.
  • Winter holidays and New Year book up first, so reserve early.
  • After a day on the slopes: a warm flat, a bathtub and three TVs for the evening.

Book your base for a winter break

Two bedrooms, a bathtub and free parking, 700 m from Krupówki.