Go Skiing in Zakopane!

Hi, thank you so much for your quick and detailed reply. I appreciate your help. I would definately love to come to Zakopane whilst we are in Poland :-)

Thanks again!

Hello, about ski lessons you may start the first day by 3 hours and ask the instructor if she/he recommends the same for next days or not.
We may recommend you the following instructors/ski school(english speaking) operating in Bukowina whose internet links are: http://www.instruktornarciarstwa.com.pl/pricelist.html
http://www.rusin-ski.pl/szkola-narciarska.html .Their email address is on "KONTAKT".You may also get in touch with ski@zakopane-life.com to ask if they can give lessons there.
About booking ski lessosn, you should ask them by email if it is needed or not and if there is also deposit to prepay.About equipment rental, it should not be any problem to find on site good equipment for everybody.Ski rental shops are mainly located at the base of the slopes/pistes.We wish you nice time in Bukowina ski resorts and Spa complex.And if you have some time and willing, why not coming to Zakopane for visiting, skiing...it is a more vibrant, folkl;oric city than Bukowina on my opinion.There are often bus routes between both cities.Hope my answer helps.

Hi, we are coming to Bukowina in a few weeks (1 adult and 3 kids are complete beginners, the other 3 adults are intermediate level) and we would like to have ski lessons whilst there. I was thinking maybe 3 hrs each day for first 3 days for the beginners, and 3 hours on first day for the intermediate. Or do you advise something else?

Do we need to book in advance? If so, can you recommend any ski schools there?

And what about ski hire in Bukowina? Will skis/boots/poles be available if we turn up on our first day or should we book in advance?

Thanks a lot for your help. I am SO excited about coming skiing there.

Hello, as ski resorts in Zakopane are not near each other even if not too far(max.5 km), the best to get from one resort to an other one is by bus(by checking the direction board available in front windscreen), or by taxi(more expensive but easier to get right to the slopes not nearby),or you may rent a car (from 80 PLN/day for a car for 5 pers. max.).Also, you may by walk, but a lot longer or by horse sleighs(lot more expensive);-) For resorts out of Zakopane(in Poland or Slovakia nearby)(from 10 to 50 km away), there are buses running often. Hope the answer helps.Staff of Ogrodygorskie apartments(3 residences of 26 very comfy and clean apartments in and around Zakopane)

We're coming end of February and hope to do some skiing. What is transport between slopes like if we don't have a car?

Hello, usually in beginning of April only few resorts in Zakopane are still opened for skiing(usually Kasprowy,vSzymoszkowa and Nosal).Unless snowfall are very high and temperatures below 0 Celsius most of the time.Also, some other resorts out of Zakopane can be opened at that period(Bukowina/Bialka Tatrzanska or in nearby Slovakia.Hope the answer helps..Staff of Ogrodygorskie apartments(3 residences of 26 very comfy and clean apartments in and around Zakopane)

is it possible to go skiing anywhere in zakopane in early april???

Hello, you may check the ski lessons price on the right side of the webpage where you posted your comments.Those are private lessons which are given by private instructor on any slopes you want and they can come to pick you up at your hotel/apartment if you wish for free.Also you may get some ski lessons in almost all individual resort in and out of Zakopane by booking lessons in office located at the bottom of slopes next to ski rental offices.Prices for 2 hours of lessons for 2 people with private instructor has a quote from 170 PLN to 250 PLN.Hope my answer helps.Staff of Ogrodygorskie apartments(3 residences of very comfy and clean apartments in and around Zakopane)

Hi, looking to coming in a few weeks time but a couple of us are looking to have an instructor, how much would this cost roughly for a few hours a day over 4days?

Hello, there are currently no ski pass between ski areas in Zakopane(One is outside of Zakopane in Bukowina-Bialka Tatrzanska and in nearby Slovakia).In the different ski areas,you may choose between day ski pass or pay as you go cards.Hope the answer helps. Staff of Ogrodygorskie(3 residences of comfy apartments in Zakopane)On left side of the main page:Hotels Baner/ Type:apartments / location:anywhere

Question. Lift passes. How much for a weekly pass or do you always have to buy for each lift/area?

There are few slopes with snowpark for snowboarders (szymoszkowa, bialka tatrzanska)otherwise snowboarders have to share the slopes with others skiers.Hope that answer helps.
Staff of Ogrodygorskie(3 residences of comfy apartments in Zakopane)

How about snowboarding? Are there any snowparks?

It seems that it hasn't changed much since I last skied ther in 1968....
I imagine that this place is perfect for people not longer skiing a lot, satisfied with 2-3 runs a day. If you realy want to do some serious skiing then go somwhere else. Zakopane is mainly for those looking for a place with nice atmosphere, good food and relaxation.

To rent telemark, it has to be possible in very few ski rental shops.
About ski season, Zakopane resorts should opened little by little.Bialka and Bukowina slopes are already opened.Staff of Ogrodygorskie (very comfy apartments in Zakopane)

Anyone can tell me if it is possible to ski on 1 December 2011. WHEN IS THE OPEN SEASON?
TKS

Can I rent Telemark Ski equipment in Zakopane?

We just reserved our second season skiing lessons with Lech - can't wait to see you at the start of the New Year!

Hi Yvonne - kids can start skiing at an early age, some even from 3/3.5-4 yrs.
Ski schools will have different requirements as to minimum ages - but have you considered a private lesson? This will particularly be beneficial to your younger skier as they will have one-on-one instruction from the watchful eye of the instructor. Don't hesitate to contact us for more information at ski@zakopane-life.com

Can anyone advise the minimum ski school age in Zakopane?
Thanks

In most ski resorts, it is possible to rent ski goggles but they may be in just good condition with some scratches.However, for a long stay I would recommmned you to buy your own one for better comfort or to have your own sunglasses.Hope it helps.Staff of Ogrodygorskie residence(very comfy apartments in and around Zakopane)

Can you hire skiing goggles?

Hello Jenny, there is no ski pass that you can use for all ski resorts of different sizes in and around Zakopane.They have all individual and pay as you go ski card pass system for each resort.It is planned to have a common ski pass between resorts but like all it will take time to be done.Prices of pay as you go are given above and Ticket for the main cable car Kasprowy Wierch resort are at 32 PLN one way up, 47 PlN RETURN.and then 8-10 PLN about for the cair lift on the top of that resort.Hope it helps.Staff of Ogrodygorskie(residence of comfy and affordable prices apartments in and around Zakopane)

Can anyone give me any lift pass prices for zakopane ??

Hello Emma, in January there is a huge chance that there will be some snow on slopes and in all the city.Also,very cold temperatures by day and night.So, if you wish to have your wedding in a white snow and cold time, it should be a good month.For memories, you could think to go with your relatives to church and then to wedding diner by horse sleighs and get ceremony may be in some unusual places(Kasprowy Wierch, Gubalowka...).it should not be any wedding bookings at that period, most common is in May-June.Hope my answer helps.Staff of Ogrodygorskie residence of comfy apartments-Zakopane.

Hi

We're hoping to get married in Zakopane in January- what are the chances on snow on the streets??

Kind Regards
Emma

Hello Darren, For your information, today it has fallen 10 cm of snow if very low altitude slopes; so on the top slopes, it may be for sure a lot more.Temperatures are low.You may check weather forecast on : http://www.promocja.zakopane.pl/?strona,menu,pol,glowna,0,0,1517,prognoza_pogody,ant.html
About where you start skiing, it is certainly "Szymoszkowa", very famous slopes of Zakopane, opened fully and very good ski conditions as they are working a lot on the snow and also using some chemicals to keep the snow even if the temmperature reach +12 degres celsius.1 slopes of Kasprowy is opened,the other ones should open very soon (www.pkl.pl).Hope it helps.Ogrodygorskie of Zakopane

I heard from some people that it is warm in zakopane and not much snow..... i was there last year for only 1 day, we were at szymanowska and we will start off there again. What are the conditions like there and in the other slopes in zakopane

Hello Kath, about the snow, it is hard to say now in advance what the world will be in one year(with climate change...)but the chances are more after New Year.About the acccomodation, for 7 persons, I would suggest to live in an an apartment fully equipped with all amenities nearby.Check the Hotels section of his website, then enter type of place(:Apartment), thyen location(:anywhere), then you will have access to a list of companies which are renting apartments in Zakopane.Check also their ratings and comments that previous customers gave after their stay there.Hope it helps

thinking of skying next xmas or new year-7 of us 4 adults 3 children= any suggestions is there enough snow at this time of year and a nice hotel near the slopes

Hello Dear Sarah, they open usually slopes and lifts for ski about 18th December, but with the recent snowfalls and the coldness, they may open lifts and slopes before.Anyway you may ski on slopes which are opened even if the lifts are not working.Nosal and some parts of szymoszkowa are very suitable for beginners.

Hi I'm booked to come to zakopane on 16th December this year for a week with a young niece who has only ever ski-ed on artificial slopes. Can anybody advise if the slopes will be open then an suggest a good area for beginners please?

Thanks Sarah

Hello Ninel, you are right:for backpackers and young looking for basic room with basic amenities, that place is good with breakfast and closed to ski slopes , and at very affordable price(may be not 10 euros per night with breakfast in peak season time fare??).
But for better standard, with fully furnished apartment(kitchen, bathroom, living room) with TV Sat, WiFi internet)closed to ski slopes, restaurants and food shops, still at very affordable price for the very good standard of apartment, i would suggest the apartments from www.apart-center.pl .

To all young people who are looking for a cheap yet nice and well-located accomodation in Zakopane.

Las year when I went there for snowboarding, I came across a place called "Good Bye Lenin Hostel" and it appeared to be bull's eye.
It's a cosy yet clean and comfortable wooden house located just 800m from Nosal. It's filled with backpackers from around the world, so the atmosphere is great! They have friendly and helpful English-speaking staff and the prices start form 10 Euro per night (with breakfast included)
They even have their own ski and snowboard rental! I would definitely recommend the place.

Hello Ally,it should be plenty of snow end of January.I would advise you Lech for ski lessons who wrote a comment below.For great accomodation at affordable price(if you still look for one)and ski rental if needed, , please do contact us at info@Ogrodygorskie.pl .See you in January !

Hello Ally,it should be plenty of snow end of January.I would advise you Lech for ski lessons who wrote a comment below.

Hi Ally! We have the best ski service:-))) You can book ski lessons & ski rental: ski@zakopane-life.com

coming to Zakopane March 2011, have a day off Sunday March 13th to ski. Advanced skiing group ! any guides or suggestions. Dont have the time to explore so what to hit the good stuff right off.
Thanks

Hi, Im coming to zacopane on the 31st january, will there be enough snow then? Also i want to book lessons with ski rental included anyone recommend anybody?

Hello Emma, you are right, there is no more snow now.For your information, even if there is some snow at the period you wish to come, the temperature may be not enough cold and the quality of snow not enough good to have good fun at ski.The different companies managing the different slopes may not make some artificial snow as it cost a lot and as the winter season starts usually around the 15-20th of December when most of tourists are coming.But if the snowfall is good enough in the main resort you may be able to ski.Hope it helps.

Hi
We're going to Zakopane from 4th to 7th December , can anyone tell me if we will be able to ski??? It doesn't look like there's any snow at the moment but what about artificial snow?? What was it like last yr in Early December?
Thanks
Emma x

Ok, let me set the record straight. Zakopane is a great all round winter destination but if you want to ski/board like you would in say France/Switzerland then you'll be slightly disappointed. There are several different hills you ca ski on but they are not connected with lifts. You'll usually get one chair and a couple t bars on each hill and thats about it. There are very cheap busses that connect each mountain with Zakopane so if you get bored with one then just jump on a bus to another, it won't take long. The exception is Kasprowy Wierch, which is well worth it. I've been told that the old cable car has been replaced with a new one but the queues are still long. Once you get to the top you can drop off either side of the mountain, one of which has a chair to get you back up without going all the way down to the car. You can just do the mega long run to the bottom at the end of your day. Really good views and if you're after something differetnt than the usual in France etc, then you'll love Zakopane. It's very back-to-basics as far as lifts and variety are concerned but thats what makes this place worth it. Also, do NOT get the train from Krakow, it takes ages, get the bus instead (the bus station is right next to Krwkow train station). This will be the cheapest skiing holiday you will ever go on - Guaranteed. As for hotels, the hotel Orbis on the main mall in town is the Shizzle!! cheap and very good food. And if you indulge in vodka (as you should) you can board down the main pedestrian street late at night!! Enjoy!!!

Hello Ania, Zakopane is a beautiful city specially in winter time when the snow is there.There are not really some parts better where to stay unless you have really some strict specification(city center(next to most shops but noisy), suburb(beautiful view, quiet).Slopes are a bit everywhere in Zakopoane and in cities nearby.But anyway it is easily and cheaply accessible by bus (or less cheap by taxi).Zakopane cannot be compared to slopes of Alpes mountains. Because most of Zakopane slopes (not Kasprowy slopes)are quiet short and for (and other slopes of resorts nearby have medium and shorts slopes).Also most of slopes are suitable to people with beginner and medium ski level(medium level -advanced for Kasprowy Wierch slopes). However, you may have some nice fun by skiing in a different place everyday , then you may go to spa, outdoor/indoor swimming pool , sauna/jacuzzi , massage, visit caves, doing some nordic walking, some walk with snowshoe, have some sightseeing... raquetscan. Hope my answer helps

Hi - am thinking of skiing Poland for the first time. What is the best part of Zakopane to stay in? Are ski lifts nearby? In truth - apart from being cheaper - how does this resort compare with Austria/Italy/France etc? Thanks. Ana

Hello Russell, Zakopane is a great place for kids to start skiing and for adults with low, medium to advanced level of ski.Also it is a nice city for walking, relaxing and discovering the folklore of the south of Poland where highlanders live.Beautiful specially if the snowfall are heavy, all is lighted and the decor is great by day and night. Hope it helps

Hi I was looking to go skiing over new year' 3 Adults 6 kids, any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Hi, i was looking to come snowboarding in the last week of November. Are there usually any slopes open then? How about Zakopane in general at that time of year? is it quiet?

Just come back from 3 nights in Zakopane. Great snow and enough slopes to keep you going for 3 or 4 days as an intermediate/advance skiier/boarder. Not sure if I would spend a week there though, unless learning then i would imagine it to be really good place to stay longer.

Kasprowy Wierch was great and for some reason no queues as others seem to experience! Scymozykova seems to the best 'resort' for ski hire (£12 per day) and has a nice red and blue run with cafe/bars on top (£1.50 - £2 a pint) and at the bottom with a roaring fire. Harenda, 2 miles out of town has one chair lift and a drag - essentially one big slope divided as blue, red and black runs. Fine for a morning but then time to move on. Didnt manage to make it to Nosal unfrotunately but meant to be decent.

People generally friendly but sign posts etc could be improved as took little while to work things out with the resorts scattered around.

Hi, Going to Krakow the 5 - 9th of April and hoping to get some skiing in in Zakopane! Are there many hostels here? And is there snow?!!

got back a week ago from zakopane, fourth year there in a row. amazing skiing and cheap as chips. lots more english this year, happy for the recognition its now getting but worry about whether this will push prices up dramatically over the next couple of years. whilst i was there, kasprowy wierch was shut due to high winds and lack of snow. nosal is the place to go, or venture into slovakia, about an hours drive and you hit an amazing resort!!!!

just got back - be warned that the big runs at kuznice are not open due to lack of snow so the best ones available are the lower slopes Symestcowa(!!??). My second year there.

If I was to get a bus from Krakow to Zakopane arriving in Zakopane at 8.40am on a Monday, would that give me time to hire equipment, get a lift pass, get up the mountain and ski for the day before getting a late bus back to Krakow in the evening? Any suggestions gratefully received as I am not sure how far apart the bus station is from the rental and slopes etc. Thanks

ya man !carrying on from prev comment this is my fith time going to zakopane and it is so good it is addictive in it,in abit earthlings lol

zakopane is sick its without doubt the best ski resort in the world ,my uncle lives in krakow and normaly we stay up in zakopane but we arn't this time we are staying with him and his familly and wow! how deep is the snow seriosly dudes! this place rocks ,in a bit earthlings !

We are travelling to zakopane feb mid term from ireland. just wondering what the snow is like now and is there a bus system to the slope or are taxis the best options

saw somewhere that theres a small freestyle park at nosal now? does anyone have further info on this. i'm only a beginner but tried a few small kickers and funboxes before so only really after somewhere to practice the basics.

thanks

Re- previous comment, the ski-instructor was 76, not 7! lol

Re- previous comment, the ski-instructor was 76, not 7! lol

Learned to ski here two years and had the best instructor, his nane was Andrez and he was 7 and and was ia ski jumper in the 1964 Olympics! I'm hoping to go back this year but have lost his address. Can anyone help me, he also had an English bull terrier dog. He made the whole experience just great and would love to contact him, again.

How much is the forfait for 4-5 days in zakopane?
What´s the best (cheaper) option to sleep there, hostel or appartment?

Plenty of it around - it's in the -20s at the moment. And that's just during the day.

How's the snow in Zakopane, heading over in about two weeks!

for an intermediate and beginner slope i would recommend szymoszkowa, one slope is around 2km and the beginner is about 0.75km.

Christian, Zakopane is not a good place to buy cheap ski equipment...mostly stock overpriced low-end equipment...it is very easy to rent the equipment in Zakopane & cheap...for ski's, poles, boots one day cost between 5 & 10 euro per day

Where is the best place / slope to ski on for a novice on a 2 day trip?

There's a lot of places around to have fun skiing/snowboarding! Try to find in Google Images the course maps and see which one suits you the best. Some names to check: Nosal, Harenda, Bialka, Bukowina, Palenica, Gubalowka, Witów, Szymoszkowa and the massive Kasprowy Wierch if you think you have what it takes :)
For some info weather and live webcams try to find the official site of each one and translate it with Google if they don't have info in English. Also check http://pkl.pl. Cheers!

Hey.
We are going skiing in Zakopane.
Do any body now if it is cheaper to buy ski and accessories in Zakopane?
And do you now a place in the town?
Thank you

Hey, flying in first week of Feb- Can you recommend the best transfer and cheapest to get to Zakopane.
Cheers
James

Hi, going to be in Krakow first week in February what days/times are the slopes open? Thanks very much :)

Lots of snow high up, but still early skiing conditions down low. Will be perfect for Christmas and after.

hi im coming to zakopane on 05/12/09 and i want to know if there is enought snow to snowboard because im bringing my boats and board so is there places here i can snowboard all week

Hello,

Is there already snow at the moment?

Kind regards,
Rob

hey,

i haven't been in the polish part of the tatras and i believe it must be beautiful there exactly like our slovak part.
but why is there on top of this page a picture from solisko / strbske pleso, which is a ski resort in the slovakian part of high tatras ??
zakopane is on the food of the mountain, i'm not sure how can it be the heart of the "the heart of the Tatra Mountains".
just one more comment to the author of this web page - i wanted to check out the options for skiing in zakopane, because i'd love to know also the polish part of the tatras. unfortunately this page doesn't contain any useful information for my trip. it's only full of trompery like in the historic part of the page. there were never hungarians living in the tatras area. the ottomans have never reached the tatras, because they were stopped in southern slovakia.

sorry, i have to have a look for some more professional page about zakopane.

m.

wij willen graag naar zakopane gaan skieen met 4 kids zijn de hotels kort bij de pistes , ik kan het moeilijk bekijken via internet ,

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