Poland in winter
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Poland in winter
I have never been to Poland, but love travelling Europe off season. Has anyone been there in winter?
Are things cheaper?
Is there anything to do?
I will be there just before Christmas and then off to Prague for Christmas and New Year.
Are things cheaper?
Is there anything to do?
I will be there just before Christmas and then off to Prague for Christmas and New Year.
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I was in Krakow in December, 2000, and it was in the 40's-50's so you can never tell. Yes, things are cheaper. The Christmas market is not as big as larger cities in Germany and Austria but nice. Zakopane is a resort village about 2 hours bus ride from Krakow and is nice. Of course, Auschwitz/Birkenau camps are very close as well.
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Weather in Poland is similar to Germany or Lower Canada - it's not Alaska so don't listen to "travelman". You will definitely find off season prices, but not everywhere some of mountains areas may have mid season prices. As for to do's... Yes... there are cool castles, churches, places to hang out etc. all over the place. You will not be able to do any down the dunajec river rafting or sunbathing at baltic beaches, but those beaches are not so empty in winter - Poles do get out and like the outdoors. You also be able to take part of any winter season activities besides normal like skiing, there are open fire get togethers or horse pulled sleight rides.
Enjoy.
Enjoy.