Planning a winter holiday but unsure where in Poland to find great snow, modern facilities and extra attractions? Polish ski resorts are increasingly competing with foreign resorts. We suggest where to ski in Poland!
Słotwiny Arena and Henryk-Ski
A trip to the Sącz Beskids, part of the Western Carpathians, is a great idea for a winter mountain holiday—not only for winter sports fans, but also nature lovers and history enthusiasts. The region offers excellent skiing for beginners and advanced skiers, making it a popular choice for family trips. But where are the best ski runs in the Sącz Beskids?
Winter sports fans particularly enjoy Krynica-Zdrój, the heart of the Sącz Beskids. Alpine and cross-country skiing, as well as snowboarding, can all be enjoyed here. A popular spot is Henryk-Ski Ski Resort, near the town centre, on the slope of Mount Krzyżowa, next to Belmonte hotel. Its moderately steep slope is ideal for children, beginners and intermediate skiers still improving their skills.
A little farther from the centre lies Słotwiny Arena, one of the best-known—and, some tourists say, finest—ski complexes in southern Poland. What winter sports can you enjoy here? Skiers have 10 km of downhill runs, chairlifts with wind shields, a children’s lift, a snow park and equipment rentals. A modern snowmaking system ensures excellent conditions on the slopes. An added attraction is a viewing tower winding through the treetops.
Krynica-Zdrój also offers a wide range of winter attractions—from sightseeing and hikes among snowy mountain ridges to snowmobile trips. Before leaving, be sure to check what to take to the mountains in winter so you do not forget anything. If this is your first winter trip, read our guide: How to prepare for your first winter mountain trip?
Białka Tatrzańska
Not sure where to go in the mountains in winter? Białka Tatrzańska offers beautiful views and fantastic year-round leisure. No wonder this charming Podhale resort attracts many winter visitors—especially as a mountain ridge with ski runs stretches along the entire Białka River. Several well-known ski resorts are found here: Kotelnica, Bania, Kaniówka, Horników Wierch and Zebra Ski. The largest and most popular, Kotelnica Białczańska, offers 14 km of runs and 7 cable-chair lifts.
If you are looking for the best family ski slopes, Kaniówka and Horników Wierch offer ideal conditions for beginners and those improving on gentle slopes. The resorts have several ski schools and equipment rentals, while local inns offer refreshments. After a full day of skiing, tired muscles can relax in the thermal pools for which Podhale is famous.
Kasprowy Wierch
Where can Poland’s most expert skiers and snowboarders go? Kasprowy Wierch, of course—the highest ski resort, reached by a cable car with panoramic windows. At 1959 m above sea level, skiers and snowboarders have two chairlifts in the Gąsienicowy and Goryczkowy cirques.
The ski station offers excellent natural conditions, stunning views and unforgettable experiences, but its difficult runs are only for advanced skiers. From Kasprowy, you can ski to Hala Gąsienicowa on a run of about 1500 m, to Hala Goryczkowa on one of about 2200 m, or even to Kuźnice—the longest ski run in the Polish mountains, at 8.5 km.
Karpacz Ski Arena
Wondering where to ski in Poland? Consider the Karkonosze, in south-west Poland and the highest range of the Sudetes. At their foot, in the scenic Łomnica River valley, lies Karpacz—a true gem among mountain sports resorts. It delights visitors not only in winter but also in summer, offering countless opportunities for active leisure and relaxation.
Karpacz is a paradise for winter sports fans planning to ski in Poland. It is home to popular Polish ski resorts with varied downhill runs, offering great conditions for both advanced and beginner skiers. It is also ideal for families, with a dozen family slopes nearby, many lit and equipped with snowmaking systems.
One of the most popular is Karpacz Ski Arena—the largest ski complex below Śnieżka, picturesquely set on Kopa’s slopes and served by a modern 4-seat chairlift. The resort offers ski equipment rental and has a ski and snowboard school where licensed instructors and coaches help visitors hone their skills.
Zieleniec Sport Arena
For skiing in Poland, Zieleniec is another excellent choice. Set between the Orlické and Bystrzyckie Mountains, Zieleniec Sport Arena is the largest ski resort in the Kłodzko Valley and one of Poland’s largest. Its location and Alpine-like microclimate provide fantastic skiing and an exceptionally long season—snow stays for nearly 150 days a year. What’s more, artificial lighting on most of its 23 km of runs lets you ski until late evening.
Experienced skiers and snowboarders, adrenaline-seeking winter sports fans and families with children will all find something here. Zieleniec has ski schools and sports equipment rentals, while the special SKI-PASS Zieleniec covers all lifts, cable cars and magic carpets at Zieleniec Sport Arena.
Szrenica Ski Arena
In summer, Szklarska Poręba mainly attracts nature lovers seeking active leisure; in winter, it draws skiers and snowboarders choosing to ski in Poland. The slopes of Szrenica and Łabski Szczyt are particularly popular. Szrenica Ski Arena offers 12 km of varied runs with snowmaking, differing in difficulty, plus 2 cable cars and drag lifts. The most experienced can tackle the FIS downhill run, where one section has a gradient of nearly 50%.
Szczyrk Mountain Resort
Another option for skiing in Poland is Szczyrk Mountain Resort, the largest ski resort in the Beskids. It offers winter sports fans 23 km of varied, shaped and widened ski runs, including 5 km of floodlit slopes—ideal for beginners and experienced skiers alike. There is also a ski kindergarten for young winter sports fans. The resort has a 10-person gondola and three 6-person chairlifts. In cooperation with the neighbouring Central Sports Centre and Beskid Sport Arena, skiers and snowboarders can use over 40 km of runs on one shared ski pass.