Krakow is southern Poland's historic and cultural capital, home to one of Europe's largest medieval market squares, the Wawel Royal Castle and the atmospheric Jewish quarter of Kazimierz. The city of roughly 800,000 inhabitants sits on the Vistula River and is a UNESCO World Heritage city.
Top trails
Routes worth lacing up your boots for.
Trail difficulty levels
Pick a route that matches your fitness and experience.
Mostly flat, well-marked paths. Suitable for families and casual walkers.
Some elevation gain, longer distances. Requires basic fitness.
Significant climbs and exposure. Requires good fitness and route-finding.
Technical terrain, scrambling, or alpine conditions. Experience essential.
When to hike
Seasonal conditions in Krakow.
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Local hazards
What to watch out for on the trail.
Hazard: Slippery limestone and mud after rain
Hazard: Ticks in woodland from spring to autumn
Hazard: Cliff edges in quarry parks
Hazard: Summer thunderstorms on exposed viewpoints