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Cycling

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Walking

Zakopane is a hiker’s dream. Sitting on the doorstep of Tatra National Park, the region is rich with trails that range from serene strolls to pulse-raising peaks. It’s easy to dip in and out of nature here - you can explore in the morning and kick back in a beer garden by afternoon. Regular local buses and funiculars take you straight to top trailheads, and even horse-drawn carriages can carry you partway into the mountains. So whether you want storybook lakes, hidden valleys, or those all-important summit selfies, 

Hiking & Walking

Gear up for some seriously stunning biking. While you can’t cycle in the national park itself, Zakopane and its surrounds serve up some 

 for road riders, e-bikers and mountain bikers alike (you can easily hire from local shops). Expect rolling hills, forest paths, and those magical Tatras peeking out from behind every bend. It’s wild and wonderful, with enough options to suit both scenery-seeking pedallers and downhill daredevils.

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Cycling & Mountain biking

As well as walking and wheeling, Zakopane offers an adventure playground with a folk twist. You can soar over the mountains, raft through river canyons, or soak up the view from a cable car. Culture, thrill-seeking and relaxation all sit side by side. Take your pick:

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Other things to do

Eating in Zakopane is the culinary equivalent of a warm hug in a timber-clad tavern. The local fare is hearty and highland-inspired, with smoky cheeses, rich soups, and mountain lamb slow-cooked to perfection. But it’s not all meat and folk songs - the town’s food scene also offers fresh, veggie-friendly fare. A few of our top foodie picks include:

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Where to eat and drink

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Find your perfect mountain break.

Zakopane

’s alpine gem where pine-scented air meets mountain thrills and cosy culture. Tucked at the foot of the mighty Tatras Mountains, this laid-back town buzzes with energy in the summer months, offering everything from 

 to traditional highlander feasts. Whether you’re an explorer, hot-spring soaker, or just here for the smoked cheese, there’s something to make your heart sing. 

Zakopane brings that rare mix of adventure and charm, where kids can toboggan in the sunshine, couples can sip cocktails in thermal pools, and everyone finds their own kind of summer bliss.

A Zakopane summer is one for the (story)books.
Stunning scenes, sauerkraut soup, hikes and hot springs.
Traditional Polish alpine charm at its best.


Zakopane Hotels & Apartments

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