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evaanna Says: It's one of the most beautiful and enjoyable trips that you can take in Poland. On the Polish side you get on the raft, which consists of five boats put together, at Katy. There are also some Slovakian rafts setting off from the other bank of the Dunajec. The Polish raftsmen...
Czorsztyn Castle and Reservoir
evaanna Says: I have never visited Czorsztyn Castle. When we were in the area, it was just a ruin and dangerous to explore. But reconstruction work has been going on since and it is now apparently worth visiting. Admission 4 zl, concessions 2 zl. The castle sits on top of a hill...
pikuu Says: 3 km form Niedzica is located small border crossing point (I don't suppose you need big one except you driving hundred tones truck:). So It's highly recommended to organize one day (or longer) Slovakia trip.I was in Slovakia without any plan. So I will not describe here...
pikuu Says: This Polish specialite is usually connected with Tatra region. But the Pienniny oscypeks are also good or even better. This cheese (this is not a cottage cheese) is made from mix of sheep and cow milk, formed in the shapes of small barrels (spindle-shaped) or something like...
pikuu Says: Rafting is the most known way of relax in Pieniny. But this is different activity than rafting done in mountainous river in Alps or Wild West. You are travelling in wooden raft controlled by Pieniny highlander in local costume. You don't have to wear a helmet and use some...
pikuu Says: From the Niedzica (other side of Dunajec) Czorsztyn Castle looks like a big ruin. But when you are inside you are very suprised. Interior is much better preserved. You can visit historical exhibition, wander from tower to walls, chambers and top level terrace with amazing...
Niedzica castle - robbers, Incas and Dunajec river
pikuu Says: Built in 14th century on the Dunajec riverside, this castle was the propriety of Hungarian magnates up tp Second World War. It has a stormy history. In XVIth century was the place of battles during Hungarian election. After it the castle was conquered by the robber-knights...
pikuu Says: When You see all the Pieniny showplaces You can jump to the nearest well-known tourist destinations.There is 40 km to Zakopane - the most known Polish winter resort and to Tatra Mountains magnificient area for mountain-hikers.Going east you can visit Krynica (80 km): other...
Castles in Pieniny - lesson about war and economy
pikuu Says: Niedzica and Czorsztyn Castles are excellent evidences of connection between military and economy. Niedzica castle called "Dunajec" was built in 14th century and was the propriety of Hungarian aristocratic famillies. What for did they construct such a fortress? It's simple....
Climbing Sokolica and Trzy Korony
evaanna Says: If you make the effort of climbing one or both of these mountains, you will get a fantastic view of the Dunajec, winding its way down in the green field-striped valley. The hike is not difficult at first but the final part, though short, is quite steep and accessible for the...
coceng Says: The only way to cruise along The Dunajec would be by rafts..but reaching Katy ( the place where the rafting starts...) is possible by any transportations....even walking!!!Hiking is also the best way to enjoy the mountain areas around The Pieniny.
evaanna Says: While staying in the area of the Pieniny Mountains it might be interesting to visit at least one of the local cemeteries to see some of the traditionally decorated graves, with wooden crosses and a sloping cover like a roof to protect the wooden figure of Christ on the cross...
evaanna Says: Rain can change the mountain trails of the Pieniny Mountains into muddy brooks filled with clay. Walking on the slippery paths may not be much fun, even if you are wearing suitable shoes, and can even be dangerous in the upper parts of the mountains. Make sure you don't find...
Two is company, forty is a crowd
evaanna Says: The Pieniny are the most frequented mountains in Poland after the Tatras. The sheer jagged mountain faces and the wonderful nature attract thousands of tourists every year. The paths, especially as you come near the summits are not wide enough to accommodate all so sometimes...
pikuu Says: Unfortuantely during my stay in Pieniny I met twice or three times the situation when info about opening hours (bar, restaurant, small shop) was different than real opening time. So be careful - especially before or after the main season (july-august) - you can be hungry...
Fordcore Says: Polish weather is unpredictable...espescially in the mountains. Don't think that because it's sunny in the morning it will be nice all day, or vice versa. Take some extra clothes, and prepare for the weather if possible. Pieniny is wonderful, but moreso if you're well...
coceng Says: A Small bag pack would do.. Hiking gears... Bring adequately... A Camera is a must!
evaanna Says: The wooden St Martin's church at Grywald was built in the second half of the 15th century. In 1618 the church was rebuilt and given the present shape of a framework construction with shingled walls. Inside there are fragments of polychromic paintings dating back to 1618 and...
coceng Says: Normally, people would base themselves in Szczawnica if hiking or rafting on The Dunajec...but if you don't arrive to Katy ( where the rafting along The Dunajec would start...) from Szczawnica, then....a stroll around Szczawnica is a must,...simply because the rafting would...
evaanna Says: The Pieniny Mountains are an area of great natural beauty. All kinds of wild plants abound here, creepers climb the steep rocks , masses of flowers can be found in the valleys and high on the mountain faces. Some of the plants are endemic to the area, which means they cannot...
Plan a Pieniny vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Pieniny locals
A Small bag pack would do.. Hiking gears... Bring adequately... A Camera is a must!
Q: My aunt has a trip planned to Pienniny and we're gonna be staying at Czorstynski Lake for 3 days. What I wanna do is see Dunajec...
A: this area has a collection of perhaps the best ancient wooden churches in europe...check em out....spend your nights in zakopane listening to the mountain music...you...
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Just east of the Tatra Mountains there is another mountain range, much smaller but very beautiful. Lying on both sides of the Dunajec River which cuts across it, it is part Polish and part Slovakian....
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AROUND NIEDZICA - piku's PIENINY memory card
What: mountainous region in south Poland on the borderline with Slovakia. Mountains, water, monuments, crystal nature, traditional local culture.
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Niedzica castle, built in XIII th century on a mountain (over 500 m. high). It is situated in Pieniny mountain in the south of Poland, close to Slovak border.
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Pieniny Mountains and the spa of Szczawnica
I will introduce the spa of Szczawnica located in the Pieniny Mountains on these pages. I used to spent July and August in Szczawnica. My family and I went there when I was little (we spent 10 summers...
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