In the heart of the Carpathians

Piwniczna Commune is located in the very heart of the Polish Carpathians, in the picturesque valley of the Poprad River. This is a small town which, together with surrounding villages, is tucked into the mountain ranges of the Beskid Sądecki. From the south, it borders on Slovakia.

The pace of life in this place is different than anywhere else. The rhythm of life is regulated by seasons – winters and summers are more perceptible in the mountains than in lowlands. The settlements are dispersed in valleys and on mountain slopes where nature is visible on every step. The region abounds in fir and spruce forests which almost peek at people from above. We can also come across larch and beech trees, however, not as often. Numerous mountain streams and a diverse landform create an incredible, mountain climate and mineral water springs make the place an oasis for those who want to improve their health.

The history of Piwniczna and neighbouring villages dates back to the 14th century. We can listen to stories about people from tens and hundreds of years ago on every step. On the square in Piwniczna-Zdrój there is a reconstructed well which reminds us about former inhabitants of the town, Węgielnik Mountain (498 m) hides war trenches, the Trail of War Couriers leads us to Eliaszówka (1,023 m).

The location in the mountains and the long history of the commune make it attractive to amateurs of nature, mountain challenges, spas or historic sites. The wildlife together with the wolf, the lynx and the bear is unique. Let us not forget about such curiosities as the mountain dragon that is the fire salamander! The woods of the Beskid Sądecki hide amazing rocks, caves and waterfalls. Hiking or cycling tourists will find a lot of trails with panoramic spots and towers from which breathtaking views of the Beskids, the Gorce, the Tartas and the Pieniny spread. In the valleys there are mineral water pump rooms, historic sites, museums, Lemko Orthodox churches and many other attractions.