Scenic trails and cheap travel: This eastern European mountain town is a budget hiker’s paradise

Escape to the Tatra Mountains this summer for scenic hikes and highland bites.

Lazy days of sunbathing by the ocean aren’t for everyone. If you prefer an active summer holiday, skip the beaches for Europe’s mountains.

At the foot of the Tatra Mountains, Zakopane is a favourite weekend escape for Krakow locals.

In winter, skiing and sleigh rides draw crowds of tourists to Zakopane – but it’s just as worthy of a trip in summer.

Just over two hours’ drive from Poland’s second city, this picturesque resort town is packed with adventure – from hiking through protected national parkland to rafting down the Dunajec Gorge.

Here’s how to explore this mountain gem

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