Krupówki - Attractions and Viewpoints on the Iconic Street of Zakopane

Krupówki is undoubtedly one of the most famous and representative streets in Zakopane. It is a promenade with stalls where thousands of tourists stroll during the season. It is known for its elegant restaurants serving regional highland dishes, cafes, and social life in pubs. Looking at its hustle and bustle today, it's hard to believe that it used to be a narrow path among meadows and marshes.

The History of Krupówki Street - Where Does the Name Come From?

The former Krupówki was a route used by highlanders to travel to work in Kuźnice, where ironworks operated. The name Krupówki comes from the Krupów family from Zakopane. There was also a meadow belonging to the same family called Krupowa, of which the street was a part. As the village began to develop faster and faster along Krupówki, more and more wooden buildings were built for rent - initially, guests would come here only in the summer season. The first summer house was built on Krupówki in 1878 by Walery Eliasza, the author of one of the first Tatra guides.

Viewpoints near Krupówki

Beautiful views of the Tatra Mountains can be seen right from Zakopane! It's good to know where to look for them!

1. Rówień Krupowa

This vast meadow is located about 5 minutes away from Krupówki. It is the largest green urban area in Zakopane. Here, you will find a scenic playground for children and asphalt alleys for strolling with a stroller. From Rówień Krupowa, you can enjoy a splendid view of Giewont. This is also where the famous illuminated sign ZAKOPANE is located.

Rówień Krupowa - a meadow in the heart of Zakopane

Where is the Zakopane sign located at Rówień Krupowa? ...

2. Lipki Glade

Lipki is a scenic meadow located near the center of Zakopane, about a 15-minute walk from Krupówki. From here, you can admire the panorama of the Tatra Mountains, with the majestic Giewont massif in full view. In winter, there is a ski slope for beginners called "Lipki." This place is a great option for a scenic walk, and the vast meadow provides a place for children to run and play freely.

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Lipki in Zakopane - viewpoint, walking path, and ski slope

straighten 1.8km

timer 38min

north_east 79m

south_east 3m

Children's Playground near Krupówki

The closest playground to Krupówki is located in Marshal Józef Piłsudski Park. You can also find an interesting and scenic playground on Rówień Krupowa, near Hotel Helios and Słoneczna Street.

Cable Car to Gubałówka

At the bottom of Krupówki, you will find the lower station of the cable car to Gubałówka, which offers a beautiful view of the Tatra Mountains. It is particularly worth trying to go up on a misty, cloudy day - often, clouds are low over the city, but on Gubałówka, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Tatras. You can take the cable car with a stroller, and on Gubałówka itself, there is an asphalt promenade accessible to strollers.

Gubałówka - Cable-Railway to Gubałówka

With a Child and a Stroller to Gubałówka Gubałówka is an easily accessible viewpoint for the Tatra Mountains and Zakopane - you can comfortably go to Gubałówka with a stroller or with a person in a wheelchair. ...

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Author: Adelina
Publish Date: 2022-11-29