Family Fun - zakopane gubałówka - Poland

Zakopane Gubałówka — a scenic ridge above the town offering one of the most stunning panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains.

About Gubałówka & Zakopane
• Gubałówka is a hill (ridge) just north of Zakopane, ~1,123 m above sea level.
• There’s a funicular railway connecting Zakopane with the Gubałówka ridge, built originally in 1938 and modernized later.
• From the ridge you get breathtaking panoramas of the Tatra Mountains, the town below, and even into Slovakia.
• The ridge walk is about 2.5 km (≈30 minutes), and you can descend via a chairlift from Butorowy Wierch.

What to Do on Gubałówka
• Enjoy the View: The observation decks give you a full panorama of the Tatras and Zakopane — perfect for photos!
• Walk Along the Ridge: The easy trail is great for families, with small cafés and viewpoints along the way.
• Kids’ Fun Zone: There are plenty of fun activities for children — including trampolines, summer tubing, mini go-karts, and playgrounds (seasonal).
• Shops & Souvenirs: Browse stalls with local handmade crafts, wool products, and wooden toys — a perfect taste of Zakopane’s highlander culture.
• Restaurants & Cafés: Enjoy Polish mountain cuisine with a view! You’ll find cozy spots serving oscypek (smoked cheese), pierogi, grilled dishes, and delicious desserts.
• Winter Fun (Seasonal): In winter, the area offers skiing, snow tubing, and warm mountain huts to relax in after the cold.