Surroundings
What to see
Beyond stunning views, the Karkonosze mountains offer a wealth of attractions. Here are the must-visit places when staying at Wiśniowa Polana:
Karkonosze National Park
Rich wildlife and flora, breathtaking landscapes.
Karpacz
A mountain town at the foot of Śnieżka, full of restaurants, shops and family attractions.
Śnieżka
The highest peak of the Karkonosze mountains, on the Polish-Czech border.
Kamieńczyk Waterfall
A picturesque waterfall.
Museum of Sport and Tourism
The history of sport and tourism in the Karkonosze mountains.
Wang Temple
12th-century wooden church relocated from Norway, built without nails; the oldest wooden church in Poland.
Chojnik Castle
14th-century castle with stunning views.
Kowary Mine Tunnels
Underground tour through a former uranium mine.
Szklarska Poręba
Mineralogical Museum, Szklarka Waterfall, Hauptmann House.
Getting here from Wiśniowa Polana
~5 min
Karpacz centre
~3 hrs
Śnieżka (on foot)
~20 min
Jelenia Góra
~40 min
Szklarska Poręba