SZCZAWNICA
The city is located in one of the most picturesque parts of Poland, on the border of the Pieniny and Beskid Sądecki Mountains, at the altitude of 430 - 500m metres above sea level. Its unique microclimate and mineral water resources made Szczawnica a well-know health resort as early as 19th century. Mineral waters and treatment offered support the therapy of numerous diseases.

In addition to its resources as a health resort, the city offers plenty of tourist attractions all year round. It is an ideal place to pursue active recreation and explore the value of nature and landscape of the Pieniny mountains.

There are plenty tourist routes and hiking and bicycle trails that will take you to picturesque parts of the Pieniny National Park and nature reserves. Szczawnica features excellent areas for horse-riders, water sports, paraglider and angling enthusiasts. The attractions of the city include a chair-lift up to the peak of the Palenica Mountain which offers a breath-taking view of the Tatras and Pieniny Mountains.

In winter, Szczawnica, with its numerous ski-lifts, turns into a great attraction for skiing enthusiasts.

As the city is situated near the state border, pedestrians and cyclists can use a border-crossing to visit the Slovak part of the Pieniny. One of he major attractions of Szczawnica, the gorge of the Dunajec river, is a wonder of nature. A trip down the Dunajec gorge by highlanders rafts is an unforgettable experience.

Szczawnica, a wonderful spa and a thriving tourist resort, is an excellent place to spend holidays, for anyone, at any time!