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Skiing in Poland might not be your first thought. But that’s all about to change.
Uncrowded slopes, great value, and brilliant for beginners - Poland has your next (or first!) ski holiday sorted.
Why choose a Poland ski holiday?
- Pistes, pierogis, and powder-packed peaks
- Ideal for beginner and intermediate skiers
- Cheaper alternative to the Alps
Poland has always been renowned for its culture, medieval towns, and hospitality – less so for its skiing. But that's changing.
The Tatras mountains, which span the border with Slovakia south of Krakow, are a breathtaking range of peaks rising up to 2,600 metres, home to wolves, bears, and more recently, waves of beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders.
Although smaller and sometimes less sleek than their Alpine counterparts, Poland's ski resort lifts are modern, and the slopes are snowy, offering a cosy network of easy slopes for beginner and intermediate skiers seeking a culturally interesting mountain escape that can be combined with a city break.
KEY INFORMATION
Good to Know
Currency
Złoty
Language
Polish
Travel Time (APPROX)
2.5 hours
Gatwick
Timezone
GMT+1
Poland ski holidays
Your questions answered by our Poland ski holiday expert
Is Poland a good place to book a skiing holiday?
Yes. Poland is an excellent destination for ski holidays, particularly for beginners, families, and first-time skiers. Most of Poland’s best ski spots lie within the Tatra Mountains around Zakopane. Resorts are smaller here than elsewhere in the Alps. Still, with fantastic blues and nursery slopes, and some fantastically cheap ski deals, it’s an excellent destination, especially for those seeking short breaks and more affordable ski holiday destinations.
What are the best months to go skiing in Poland?
Are Poland ski resorts good for beginner skiers?
Yes. Poland is an excellent destination for a beginner ski holiday. With gentle slopes, great English-speaking ski schools, and more affordable lift passes, accommodation, food, drinks, ski hire, and ski lessons than elsewhere in the Alps, it makes an excellent alternative for families and groups looking for a short ski break with a smaller price tag.
What are the best beginner ski resorts in Poland?
Szczyrk is fantastic for beginner ski holidays. Here, you can ski the entire resort on gentle, wide slopes, and the lifts are modern, making them easy to get on and off. There are also great ski schools.
Zakopane has quickly become a popular choice for beginners, especially families. With numerous ski areas and easy nursery slopes, it's the perfect resort for a short ski getaway to Poland.
Kotelnica (part of the Białka Tatrzańska resort) features a superb network of blue runs, which make up nearly 80% of the slopes. Facilities and rental equipment are up to date, and prices remain cheap and reasonable.
What are the best family ski resorts in Poland?
Szczyrk is perfect for family ski holidays in Poland, especially for first-timers. Here, there are plenty of gentle, wide pistes to explore along with modern ski lifts and highly-rated ski schools.
Zakopane is the ideal place for children to try skiing for the first time thanks to its range of beginner-friendly ski areas, gentle nursery slopes, and affordable prices - perfect for the whole family!
Are Poland ski holidays cheap?
Yes. Poland offers some of the best budget-friendly ski holidays in Europe, and is very cheap compared to many Western European and North American resorts.
Lift passes, accommodation, food, drinks, ski hire, and ski lessons all tend to be cheaper here than in the Alps, making it a fantastic destination for a first ski holiday for families and couples looking for a taster or short break.
What's the biggest ski resort in Poland?
What is the best time to ski in Poland?
The most snow-sure time is from mid-January to the end of February. Outside of that, snow coverage can still be great, but it’s worth checking the snow reports.
The Polish ski season runs from December to the end of March. It isn’t as long as it is in the western Alps, as the mountains aren’t as high, but it is comparable to some of their lower resorts.
Is Zakopane a good place to go skiing?
Yes. Zakopane is perhaps Poland’s most famous ski resort. Combining traditional mountain culture and vibrant aprés, ski holidays here give you access to several of Poland’s best ski areas, including Poland’s biggest ski area, Białka Tatrzańska.
What are the best ski resorts for skiing weekends and short breaks in Poland?
Kotelnica, Szczyrk, and Zakopane are all just a couple of hours from Krakow airport, making them ideal for short ski breaks and weekends. Ski resorts here are also relatively small compared to the Alps, so a day or two is perfect for exploring, especially if you want to combine it with a Krakow city break.
What are the best high altitude / snow-sure ski resorts in Poland?
Take note: Poland's ski resorts are not as high or as snow-reliable as the Alps, but snow-making equipment is available at resorts if conditions become thin.
What are the best ski resorts for aprés ski in Poland?
Zakopane is a lively resort home to vodka and jazz bars. There are usually a few après bars at the bottom of the slopes. It’s not quite the party scene you get in the Alps, but things can get lively in the traditional taverns and mountain huts, especially if you fall in with the locals.
It’s pretty quiet in Szczyrk, but there’s a nightclub in the Bania Hotel, which is also where the thermal pools are to be found, a great way to relax after a day on the slopes.
What are the most popular ski resorts in Poland ?
Here are just some of our top ski resorts. To find the perfect one for you, speak to one of our specialists.
Zakopane
Nestled at the heart of the Tatra Mountains sits the magnificent Zakopane, Poland's premier winter holiday destination. Well-known for its rich Góral culture and jaw-dropping panoramics, Zakopane offers family-friendly activities and accommodations, warm, alpine charm, and top-tier skiing in spades.
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Kotelnica
Kotelnica is a highly modernized ski resort in southern Poland, offering great value skiing and a picturesque setting. With its newly updated infrastructure and a variety of traditional bars and restaurants, it is an ideal destination for families and groups seeking an affordable ski holiday, especially for beginners and intermediate skiers.
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Szczyrk
Located in southern Poland, Szczyrk is a captivating town with numerous traditional bars and restaurants that offer exceptional value. With its ski area tailored for beginners and intermediate skiers, Szczyrk Mountain Resort presents an excellent choice for families and groups in search of an affordable yet rewarding ski holiday experience
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