Have you ever heard about the Tatra Mountains? Located 2 hours drive from Kraków Tatras are the highest Polish mountains. Only one-quarter of the range belongs to Poland territory, the rest lies in Slovakia. The highest Polish peak is Mount Rysy, which rises to 2499 m. However, the most distinctive mountain is Giewont, which is known affectionately as the Sleeping Knight. The legend says that he will awake when Poland is in danger and defend the country.
Winter in the Tatra Mountains
A view from the peak of Beskid (2012 m), the Tatra Mountains in Poland
The town of Zakopane is the most significant mountain resort in this area and it’s often called the winter capital of Poland. The overall nature of the Tatra Mountains, together with their easy accessibility, makes them a favorite with tourists who comes there from all over the world.
Zakopane, the winter capital of Poland
The Tatra Mountains range seen from Kasprowy Wierch (1987 m), Poland
The Giewont Mountain is called The Sleeping Knight because of folk legend and its shape resembles a lying human
The distinctive wooden architecture of the Podhale region, Zakopane, Poland
Sheep seen from the window of our apartment in Zakopane, Polish Tatra Mountains
Świnica Mountain (2301 m) in the winter, Polish Tatra Mountains
In my opinion, Tatras are quite similar to Vienna’s Local Mountains but much more crowded, to be honest. Although it’s still wonderful hiking area to discover, definitely worth seeing!
I have never heard about the Tatra Mountains. I couldn’t imagine that there are so beautiful mountains in Poland. When I will go to Poland next year I will definitely go skiing.