Nature & mountains
Turquoise water between limestone cliffs, a short tram ride from the Old Town. Bring your swimsuit.
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Zakrzówek is a flooded limestone quarry that locals have loved for decades. Since the city opened official bathing pools on the water, you can swim safely in summer, surrounded by cliffs and green park.
On a hot afternoon it beats any museum. I tell you when to go to avoid the crowds, and where to have dinner afterwards nearby.
Yes, there are shallower pools and plenty of space on the grass. Come early on hot weekends; the number of swimmers is limited.
A flat riverside bike path from Wawel to a Benedictine abbey on a white cliff. Monks’ beer and cheese at the end.
Poland’s smallest national park: white rock towers, caves, castle ruins and a Renaissance castle on a cliff.
Yes, a desert, in the middle of Poland. Combine it with castle ruins on the Eagles’ Nests trail.
