Last updated: 11 November 2024
We invite you to discover the Christmas atmosphere of Zakopane with our winter events guide. Here you'll find a complete overview of Christmas attractions and celebrations in the capital of the Polish Tatra Mountains.
On Krupówki, the main promenade of the city, a traditional Christmas market awaits visitors with regional products and highland delicacies. Along Kościeliska Street, handicraft stalls stretch out, while at the Square under Gubałówka, highland folk groups perform. Nearby guesthouses and restaurants serve traditional Christmas Eve dishes, and hiking trails leading to mountain shelters encourage winter walks with views of snow-covered peaks.
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Zakopane Holiday Markets and Shopping
Year-Round Market at the Funicular Base
- What to Expect
- Traditional regional products and folk handicrafts.
- Description
- The market at the base station of the funicular offers a wide variety of regional products, including oscypek, bündz, redykołka, and folk handicrafts. You can also try local dishes and buy souvenirs.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Year-Round Market at the Funicular Base
Zakopane Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Sleigh Ride in Chocholowska Valley
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of mountain atmosphere and winter scenery.
- Description
- A horse-drawn sleigh ride through the Chochołowska Valley offers a genuine experience in a mountain valley setting, featuring a snowy landscape and serene atmosphere. Participants will enjoy a ride through the snow-covered trees and quiet valley, followed by relaxation by the fire with live folk music and delicious food.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Christmas Sleigh Ride in Chocholowska Valley
Kasprowy Wierch Ski and Snowboard Trip
- What to Expect
- Unique alpine ski slopes with a scenic view of the Western Tatra Mountains.
- Description
- Kasprowy Wierch offers two ski runs with chairlifts, providing breathtaking views and high satisfaction.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Kasprowy Wierch Ski and Snowboard Trip
Ice Rinks in Zakopane Center
- What to Expect
- Unique ice rinks in the heart of Zakopane.
- Description
- The ice rinks in the center of Zakopane offer active leisure time and great fun on the ice. All winter enthusiasts are warmly invited to these well-prepared ice rinks.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Ice Rinks in Zakopane Center
Snowmobile Ride
- What to Expect
- Intense riding on mountain trails with professional guides.
- Description
- The snowmobile tour offers intense and romantic rides through mountain trails, with professional guides and beautiful views.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Snowmobile Ride
Hike to Morskie Oko
- What to Expect
- Unique views of the largest lake in the Tatra Mountains.
- Description
- The trip to Morskie Oko offers a unique opportunity to see the largest lake in the Tatra Mountains, surrounded by stunning views and rich natural scenery.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Hike to Morskie Oko
Tasting Local Cuisine
- What to Expect
- Local cuisine tasting at Hotel Belvedere Resort & Spa.
- Description
- The local cuisine tasting is an opportunity to savor original dishes created by talented Chef Piotr Prokop.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Tasting Local Cuisine
Trip for Oscypek and Other Local Specialties
- What to Expect
- Tasting traditional highland dishes in a festive atmosphere.
- Description
- The Oscypek and Local Specialties Trip is an opportunity to taste traditional highland dishes like oscypek, kaszanka, and kiełbaski in the festive atmosphere of Górska Osada.
- Where
- Zakopane | More Info : Trip for Oscypek and Other Local Specialties