Overview
Szklarska Poręba is a year-round outdoor destination at the foot of the Giant Mountains (Karkonosze), serving as the main gateway into Karkonosze National Park. The town combines a small resort feel with access to 27-metre Kamieńczyk Waterfall, the Sudetes' tallest cascade, and the Szrenica ski area with 12 km of slopes.
Day Trips · Nature · Skiing · Trekking
Before you go
Money
Poland uses the złoty (PLN). ATMs available in town; some guesthouses are cash-only. Credit cards accepted at hotels and larger restaurants.
Transport
Szklarska Poręba Górna is the main station. Buses connect to Karpacz and Jelenia Góra. Car is useful for reaching trailheads.
Weather
Mountain climate: expect cold, snowy winters (-5°C to 5°C) and mild summers (15–25°C). Sudeten winds can shift conditions rapidly.
