Krynica is a resort conveniently located in the southeastern part of the picturesque Beskids and is considered one of the fastest growing ski resorts in Poland and Eastern Europe.

The mountains in this region are famous for their good snow cover, which guarantees comfortable skiing from the end of autumn until the very beginning of spring.

It should be noted that in Krynytsia you can not only have a wonderful rest, but also improve your health – the mineral water from the springs of this area has simply miraculous properties and is used to treat a wide variety of diseases.

History

Back in the 17th century, the small town of Krynytsia-Zdroj (south-eastern part of the Sudeten Beskids) was talked about in connection with the discovery of healing springs. After some time, the first pumping station was built here, and then the baths.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the Polish geologist Rudolph Zuber found springs with healing water in the valleys of the Krynychanka and Polenytsia rivers. Now the resort is known not only in Poland, but also abroad. Since then, one of the sources bears the name of its discoverer – “Zuber Water”.

Krynytsia-Zdroj

Thanks to the mild climate, the concentration of ozone, which is a third higher than usual, the comfortable altitude of 560-620 m, the resort attracts many tourists. And in winter it turns into a Mecca for skiers. The resort is surrounded by mountains on almost all sides, the highest of which is Yavozhina Krynytska (1114 m). The Beskydy mountain system is famous for the large amount of snow and the duration of the snow cover. Here you can ride safely from the beginning of winter to the middle of spring. By the way, “well” is translated from Polish as a spring.

How to get there

Ski resort Krynytsia is located 130 km from Krakow airport, 70 km from the Slovak city of Presov. The journey by car from Krakow takes about two hours, from Presov – a little more than an hour.

You can also get to the resort by train, the most convenient way is from Krakow. You will have to spend 4 hours on the road. Regular buses run every hour from Krakow bus station to Krynica-Zdrój.

Yavozhina

Where to stay

The picturesque landscapes of the Beskids, developed infrastructure, excellent service in Krynytsia are not inferior to Alpine resorts. Krynytsia offers a choice of accommodation for every taste and budget. The cheapest is accommodation in a family from € 16 per day for two, from € 28 for a room in a resort hotel, and in a 4-bed and 5-bed hotel, a room costs from € 101 per day without breakfast.

It should be noted that the prices change depending on the season, but even for moderate money you can get a good job here.

Hotel Stefania 3-star hotel

Hotel Stefania with a green facade is located in the center of Krynica-Zdrój. Amenities include free Wi-Fi and private parking.

All rooms at Hotel Stefania are decorated in a classic style. It features a flat-screen TV, a kettle, a table with chairs, a safe and a bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer.

Trekking poles, chess, maps and newspapers can be rented at the reception desk of Hotel Stefania. The hotel also has a library. Drinks can be ordered at the cafe-bar.

Hotel Stefania is located 1.8 km from the Krynytsia-Zdrój railway station, 6 km from the Jawożyna Krynytska cable car and 10 km from the spa park of Mušyna.

The distance to Krakow Airport is 155 km, and to Kosice Airport – 116 km.

Pegaz 4-star hotel

     

    

Surrounded by the mountains and valleys of the picturesque Yavozhyna Krynytska massif, the 4-star Pegaz hotel is located on the territory of the Popradski landscape park.

Clean, beautifully decorated rooms and apartments of the hotel are equipped with a balcony with a view of the mountains.

In the restaurant of the Pegaz Hotel you will be served traditional mountain dishes and dishes of Polish cuisine. In addition, the hotel has a cafe and a bar.

Guests can visit the hotel’s wellness center with a sauna, steam bath and hot tub, as well as order massage sessions and beauty treatments. An indoor swimming pool with a beautiful view of the ski hills is also at your service.

Hotel Pegaz is conveniently located in a quiet place, outside the Krynytsia-Zdroj resort , near modern ski stations with lifts and access to the mountain slopes.

Willa Aba

   

Willa Aba features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Tylich, 1.7 km from Tylich Ski Lift.

All rooms are equipped with satellite TV, a private bathroom with a shower and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave.

If you would like to discover the area, hiking and skiing are possible in the surroundings and there is a garden.

Hotel Saol 3-star hotel

    

Hotel Saol is located just 150 m from the embankment in the city of Krynica-Zdrój. A sauna and a massage room are available. All bright rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi and a TV.

Saol Hotel’s spacious rooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a seating area. The private bathroom comes with a shower and a hairdryer.

A breakfast buffet is served every morning.

The hotel garden has barbecue facilities and a children’s playground. In addition, the hotel has a pool table.

Hotel Saol is just a 5-minute walk from the natural springs complex. Free parking is provided.

Pensjonat Gaborek 4 star hotel

     

The 4-star Guest House Gaborek offers rooms and apartments in Krynica Gurska, a popular Polish mountain resort. Various wellness facilities are available, including a free fitness center.

Guest house Gaborek’s rooms are decorated in a unique style and equipped with balconies. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Upon arrival, guests will be offered a free bottle of mineral water.

Gaborek Guest House’s wellness facilities include a hot tub and a steam room. In addition, guests can order a massage and relax in the sauna.

There are several sights in the vicinity. Parkova Gora is located 850 meters away. Yavozhina Krynytska, a ridge with popular ski slopes, is 3 km away.

In the guest house you can taste homemade regional cuisine. Meals must be ordered in advance. There is a cafe and a bar on the territory of the guest house. In the morning, a buffet breakfast is served.

Tracks

The resort is divided into two skiing areas – Yavozhina and Slotviny / Charni Potik.

Scheme of Yavozhyn tracks.

Scheme of the routes of Slotvina and Charni Potik.

Most of the tracks have special certificates, artificial snow and are illuminated at night. The longest of them starts at the top of Yavozhina and stretches to the lower station of the cable car.

Beginner skiers can improve their skills by riding on the slopes, where the height difference is only 35 meters, and experienced extremes are offered difficult routes with a slope of 25%.

Today, the Krynytsia resort unites two skiing areas: Jaworzyna and Stotwiny / Czarny Potok. The total length of tracks of varying difficulty is 28 km. Of them, there are 21 red tracks with a length of 5.5 km, 9 blue tracks (20.4 km), 2 green tracks (0.5 km) and two black tracks with a length of 1.6 km. All tracks are illuminated. Most of them have FIS certificate.

 

Ski tracks in Krynytsia.

In the near future, it is planned to open 8 more tracks, the time of their opening is kept secret, it is possible that the event will take place already this season.

The height difference in Yavozhyn is 465 m, in Slotviny and Charna Potik – 200 m.

Fans of snowboarding or mountain skiing off prepared tracks will also find a place in Krynytsia. There are official freeride areas here.

The longest track is located in the Yavozhyn area, its length is 2,620 m and it has a FIS certificate, artificial snow and lighting. Suitable for experienced skiers. Yavozhyn’s tracks have a slope of about 25%. There is also an artificial skating rink and a toboggan run.

The Slotvina / Charni Potik area is located on the northern slopes of Mount Krzyzhova (820 m) and will appeal to families with children and skills. Skiing in this area is very comfortable.

Less well-known areas for skiing belonging to the resort are Azot Ski Center, Dvi Dolyny, Henrik Ski Station, Tylich Ski Station.

Elevators

Separately, we should mention the gondola-type cable car to Yavozhyna Krynytska. This is the most modern cable car in Poland. Its length is 2,000 m, capacity is 1,600 people per hour, speed is 5 m/s.

Gondola-type cable car to Yavozhyna Krynitska

In addition, the resort has 28 ski lifts and 9 chairlifts.

It should be noted that in the center of Krynytsia there is a rail funicular to Parkova Gora.

Rail funicular to Parkova Gora

The Krynytsia resort operates licensed schools for skiers and snowboarders, experienced instructors will help you “get on skis” quickly and easily.

Ski passes are valid throughout the resort. A two-hour ski-pass in the 2017/2018 season cost €15.5 for an adult, a day – €25.50, and a 6-day – €121.50.

All calculations are made in the national currency – Polish zlotys. Ski passes are sold at the resort’s cash desks.

Entertainment at the Krynytsia-Zdroj resort

The center of attraction for all vacationers is the original architecture and design pavilion for tasting numerous varieties of natural mineral water. Next to it on the main square is a theater and concert hall, a tropical greenhouse, boutiques and a recreation gallery. You can eat deliciously in numerous restaurants, cafes and bars. Also, here you can go to the swimming pool, go tobogganing or horseback riding, go ice-skating, go hiking in the picturesque surroundings of Krynytsia, and play a game of tennis.

But a more attractive offer is from SPA centers, because there are many healing springs here. Do not forget, the organs of digestion, urinary tract, diseases of the endocrine system and metabolism, chronic inflammation of the genital organs, diseases of the heart and circulatory system are treated here.

 

Summer vacation is no less diverse and colorful, a large number of various tourist and excursion routes, both for exploring them on foot and for bicycle tours, are available in almost every tour in Krynytsia. Krynytsia is practically a benchmark starting point for starting a trip through remote and nearby territories. Excursion routes to Slovakia, Krakow, Wieliczka, Zakopane or extreme rafting on the Dunajec mountain river originate here. Summing up, you can summarize that no matter what tour you choose in Krynytsia, it will not be boring.