Top Things to do in Lesser Poland Province
Things to do in Lesser Poland Province, Southern Poland: The Best Bodies of Water
Discover the best top things to do in Lesser Poland Province, Poland including Dolina Pieciu Stawow Polskich, Smreczynski Staw, Lake Morskie Oko, Zakrzowek, The Black Pond, Jezioro Klimkowskie, Staw Wronski, Zaskalnik Watrefall (Wodospad Zaskalnik), Lowisko Komercyjne RYBKA, Bobrowe Rozlewisko.
Restaurants in Lesser Poland Province
1. Dolina Pieciu Stawow Polskich
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By JustDiveIn - Miami, United States
We started the day by parking in Palenica Bialczanska, cost to park 25zl. Its best to start as early as possible to avoid the crowds, we were parked and ready to hike at 6 am, by then the parking lot was already half full mostly hikers that are going to Rysy peak. National Park entrance is 5zl per person. The first hour of the hike, about 3km, is along a paved road, that leads to Morskie Oko, this is the red trail. At Wodogrzmoty Mickiewicza waterfall there is a rest area, with tables and bathrooms, there is a path that goes through the forest, this is the green trail which leads all the way to the valley of five lakes. Near the top you can continue on the green trail where you will end up at Wielki Staw (Large Lake) or you can take the black trail, which is a bit harder and has a steeper incline. We choose the black trail as there was less hikers on it. The black trail leads you directly to the Five Lakes mountain chalet by Przedni Staw (Front Lake). If you take the green trail to the top you will see the magnificent Siklawa waterfall which is a 70m high waterfall. The first three lakes are together, Przedni(Front lake), Maly(Little lake), Wielki(Big lake). If you want to see the other two lakes you need to get on the blue trail to Zadni Staw, although it is quite a hike, to see Czarny Staw (Black lake) which is closer you need to get on the blue trail, then get on the yellow trail. We visited the three lakes and headed back, as the weather was starting to change. It took use 3 hrs to get to the lakes and then about the same to return since there was more hikers on the trail. Overall the hike is very good, you cross a few bridges over streams, the entire trail is picturesque. Near the top, on the green trail, there are some rocks that can be slippery. Tips: Make sure to wear hiking boots with all the rocks along the trail it is easy to twist an ankle. Hiking poles are very helpful, when using them you put less stress on your knees. Keep an eye out on the weather while you are hiking it changes very quickly in the mountains. If there is rain or thunderstorms in the forecast do not go into the mountains. If you found this helpful feel free to hit the Thank button below. Happy Travels.
2. Smreczynski Staw
3. Lake Morskie Oko
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 856 reviews
Reviewed By cdcheng - Muntinlupa, Philippines
We went November 2019. To our pleasant surprise, it snowed the day before. So, when we started our trek to Morskie Oko, everything was covered in fresh white powder snow. AMAZING!! Be prepared to spend at least 6 hours for the trip. This needs to be done during daylight. So, if you're coming in during November, suggest to start around 7am or even earlier as soon as there is sunlight. Going there: If you don't have a car and you're coming from Zakopane, there are buses that roam around the city that go to Morskie Oko, you can go to a bus stop along the street's main road and catch a bus there (or see the bus schedule). it takes around 30 minutes from the main city to the starting point of the trek. Going to/from Morskie Oko: From the parking lot, you can either walk (will take 1.5 - 2.5 hours per one way) or ride a horse carriage+short walk (50 pln going up, 30 pln going down - cuts walking time by more than half). Bring your own beverage because there is no stall along the road. in Morskie Oko - there are wonderful cafes / restaurants that can sell water, hot chocolate, hot wine, sandwiches etc. It makes up for a nice treat after that trek. Then, in MOrskie Oko, be amazed at the stunning view and you can actually walk around the lake perimeter! :)
4. Zakrzowek
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Find Zakrzowek on Google images and You'll know you want to see it. It's a huge body of water made in old quarry. Only local people know it and love it. It's huge, beautiful, with crystal water, surrounded with park and rocks with amazing views, you'd never expect something like this in the very heart of Cracow. Best place to rest, appreciate nature, take some sunbath, meet local people and students.
Reviewed By carlosbbh - London, Canada
My friends and I simply loved this place. Good for swimming, tanning, hiking, drinking, picnic. It's just so pretty!
5. The Black Pond
6. Jezioro Klimkowskie
7. Staw Wronski
8. Zaskalnik Watrefall (Wodospad Zaskalnik)
9. Lowisko Komercyjne RYBKA
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4 reviews
Our fishery is located away from the hustle and bustle of traffic surrounded by forest and greenery, 20 km from Krakow towards Zakopane. There are 2 ponds on it. In one of them there are different species of fish: carp, catfish, pike, zander, grass carp, tench. The trouts in the second one. There are also barbecues, huts, a playground for children and a shop with basic staff.
10. Bobrowe Rozlewisko
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 5 reviews
