SHORT SUBJECTIVE GUIDE TO THE ATTRACTIONS IN THE NEARBY AREA – OUR RECOMMENDATIONS:

ŁAPSOWA POLANA – approx. 30–40 minutes on foot from Przystanek Gorce. A pleasant walk during which, in good weather, you can enjoy an incredible panoramic view of the Tatra Mountains and Nowy Targ. Talk to us – we will gladly explain how to get there.

TURBACZ – on foot from Przystanek Gorce approx. 2h30–2h45. An easy route towards Łapsowa Polana, first following the blue trail and then the black one. Take a map with you – we provide it free of charge in the cottage.

Hiking route: Przystanek Gorce – Łapsowa Polana – Bukowina Obidowska – Obidowa – Stare Wierchy – approx. 2 hours one way. From there, you can continue to Turbacz and make a loop – a full-day hike.

Observation towers in the Gorce Mountains – highly recommended in good weather. Beautiful views of the Gorce Mountains, Pieniny, Babia Góra and the Tatra Mountains.

LUBAŃ – closest access via Kluszkowce: either the blue trail starting near Wdżar Mountain or the yellow trail directly from Kluszkowce.

MAGURKI – trail e.g. from Ochotnica.

KOZIARZ – shortest route from Tylmanowa, also accessible from Szczawnica.

GORC – several trails from Ochotnica or Rzeki.

PIENINY – DUNAJEC RAFTING & HIKING TRAILS
One of the absolute must-see attractions in the region is the Dunajec River rafting (April to end of October), one of the most popular tourist attractions in Poland. The start point is in Sromowce Niżne (parking available; return transfer after the trip). The rafting takes approx. 2 hours. Besides traditional rafts, there are also options for inflatable rafts or kayaks (starting slightly lower downstream – just after the Sromowce sign, first right turn). We recommend FunTime company.

Key hiking trails in the Pieniny Mountains:

• TRZY KORONY (Three Crowns) – yellow trail from Sromowce Niżne, offering fantastic views from the platform at the summit.
• SOKOLICA – trail from Krościenko or Szczawnica (with a ferry crossing over the Dunajec).

BRAMA W GORCE (Gorce Canopy Walk) – a treetop walkway located near Kowańiec and Waksmund village. It can be reached on foot from Kowańiec (Nowy Targ parking). The wooden structure runs through the forest canopy of the Gorce National Park buffer zone. Educational and viewing platforms are located along the route.

SKYWALK PORONIN – a glass-floored observation deck suspended above the ground with breathtaking views of the Tatra panorama. A perfect place for those seeking scenic views and a bit of adrenaline – the feeling of “walking in the clouds” guaranteed.

SZCZAWNICA – a spa and tourist town worth visiting. Walk through the spa park, taste mineral waters, then take the chairlift to Palenica (722 m a.s.l.) and enjoy the gravity slide.

From Szczawnica, it is worth visiting JAWORKI and hiking to WYSOKA (Wysokie Skałki) – the highest peak of the Pieniny (1050 m a.s.l.). On the way down, you can use the chairlift in Homole Arena.

CZORSZTYN LAKE AREA

• Boat cruise on the “Biała Dama” ship
• Visit to Niedzica Castle and Czorsztyn Castle
• Dam viewing point (artificial lake formed by the Dunajec River)
• Cycling route around the lake (START VELO rental in Harklowa – electric bikes available; one of the most beautiful cycling routes in Poland)
• Option to cross the lake by water tram with a bicycle

Additional attractions:

• Church in Dębno Podhalańskie – UNESCO wooden church from the 15th century
• Frydman fishing ground – recreational fishing (equipment rental available)
• Łopuszna – hiking base, horse riding stable, and the historic Tetmajer Manor (museum of the Tatra Museum)

NOWY TARG
A 650-year-old town worth a short visit. Market square, traditional local ice cream (on the list of traditional products), and a market on Thursdays and Saturdays.

For thrill-seekers: skydiving, balloon flights, scenic flights via Aeroclub Podhalański.

Bór na Czerwonem Nature Reserve – peat bog educational trail (approx. 700 m wooden path with viewing platform).

BABIA GÓRA NATIONAL PARK
A full-day hike to Babia Góra from Krowiarki Pass (red trail, approx. 2h 24 min ascent).

Nearby:
Zubrzyca Górna – Ethnographic Park (open-air museum) showcasing traditional architecture and culture of the Orawa region.

ZAKOPANE – TATRA MOUNTAINS
Approx. 30–45 minutes from Przystanek Gorce.

Selected attractions:

• Tatra Museum branches
• Gubałówka cable railway
• Kasprowy Wierch cable car
• Krupówki street
• Ski jumping hills
• Jaszczurówka chapel (Witkiewicz style architecture)
• Villa Koliba, Witkiewiczówka, Villa Pod Jedlami
• Pęksowy Brzyzek cemetery & old church
• Fatima Sanctuary in Krzeptówki

Nearby route suggestion: Chochołów – traditional UNESCO wooden village, with local shepherd huts offering regional cheeses (oscypek, bryndza, etc.).

TATRA HIKING TRAILS
Most important valleys:

• Chochołowska
• Kościeliska
• Strążyska
• Biały Valley
• Olczyska
• Morskie Oko (parking reservation required via tpn.pl)

THERMAL BATHS (PODHALE)
Major thermal complexes:

• Chochołów Thermal Baths
• Gorący Potok
• Szaflary
• Zakopane Thermal Baths
• Bukovina Thermal Baths
• Bania (Białka Tatrzańska)
• Gorce Thermal Baths (Poręba Wielka)

SLOVAKIA – NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

• Bachledka Treetop Walk
• Štrbské Pleso
• Białka Valley (Biela Woda)
• Lomnica Peak cable car
• Tatranská Lomnica, Starý Smokovec, Poprad
• Belianska Cave
• Demänovská Cave system

SLOVAK PARADISE (Slovenský raj) – dramatic gorges, ladders, rivers, and trails such as Suchá Belá and Prielom Hornádu.

MALÁ FATRA – Jánošíkove Diery – scenic canyons with ladders and bridges.

Historic towns and castles:

• Levoča (UNESCO old town)
• Spiš Castle
• Orava Castle

Thermal baths in Slovakia:

• Tatralandia
• AquaCity Poprad
• Bešeňová
• Oravice

This text is only a short selection of our subjective recommendations. When you arrive at Przystanek Gorce guest house, we will be happy to provide more detailed advice, directions, and tips. You are warmly welcome to the Gorce Mountains and the Podhale region.