Mountain and winter sports Poland

Just 20 km from Zakopane, Białka Tatrzańska is the direct competitor of its ski resort. It boasts a large 40 km ski area with ski resorts, including the Bachledka resort in the Slovak locality of Ždiar, which can be accessed with a single ski pass. At the foot of the Bania Ski & Fun resort is the Terma Bania spa complex (www.termabania.pl). A very good alternative option for skiers, and perhaps a little more sporty than Zakopane, it has to be said.

The departure station of the chairlift is in the city center, not far from ul. Główna. The chairlift leads to the top of the Palenica peak, an excellent starting point for hiking in the Pieniny or skiing. At the top, there is also a toboggan for bobsledding, which is very popular among children (and big kids, it's not every day you get the chance). The slide is open from April to the end of November and you will have to pay 8 zł to go down.