famous road
Zakopianka (Road to the Tatras)
The scenic highway climbing from Krakow into the Tatra foothills, a classic Polish mountain road trip.
23 km · about 25 min drive
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Mszana Dolna
Lesser Poland, Poland · Europe
About Mszana Dolna
Mszana Dolna is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Niedźwiedź, 23km from Zakopianka (Road to the Tatras).
Mszana Dolna is in Lesser Poland, Poland, with about 7,500 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Niedźwiedź, about 6 km away.
Mszana Dolna [ˈmʂana ˈdɔlna] is a town in Limanowa County, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland, with 7,431 inhabitants (2004). Mszana Dolna lies among the hills of western Beskids, 50 kilometres (31 miles) south of Kraków. The town is located in a deep valley, surrounded by several ranges, including the Gorce MountainsRead more
featuring Gorce National Park. Mszana is located along National Road Nr. 28, which goes west–east, from Zator to Przemyśl. In 2002, the area of Mszana Dolna was 27.1 square kilometres (10.5 sq mi), out of which forests covered 50%, and arable land 36%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Mszana Dolna?
Within an hour or so of Mszana Dolna: Zakopianka (Road to the Tatras) (23 km), Niedzica Castle (33 km), Wieliczka Salt Mine (34 km), Dunajec River Gorge (38 km).
Are there any good drives near Mszana Dolna?
The nearest famous roads are Zakopianka (Road to the Tatras), Dunajec Gorge Road (Czorsztyn–Sromowce) and Droga pod Reglami, Zakopane.
Where is Mszana Dolna?
Mszana Dolna is in Lesser Poland, Poland, about 6 km from Niedźwiedź.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 7,500
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Poland
- Region
- Lesser Poland
- Timezone
- Europe/Warsaw
- Coordinates
- 49.6743, 20.0799
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Worth the detour from Mszana Dolna
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
castle
Niedzica Castle
A 14th-century clifftop stronghold overlooking the turquoise waters of Lake Czorsztyn in the Pieniny Mountains, facing the ruins of Czorsztyn Castle across the reservoir.
33 km · about 40 min drive
landmark
Wieliczka Salt Mine
A UNESCO-listed underground marvel featuring chapels, sculptures, and chandeliers all carved entirely from rock salt since the 13th century.
34 km · about 40 min drive
natural wonder
Dunajec River Gorge
Limestone gorge on the Polish-Slovak border in the Pieniny mountains, known for traditional wooden raft trips and a riverside road along its edge.
38 km · about 45 min drive
famous road
Dunajec Gorge Road (Czorsztyn–Sromowce)
A road along the Pieniny limestone gorge where the Dunajec forms the Polish-Slovak border, famous for its raft trips.
38 km · about 45 min drive
cathedral
Wawel Cathedral
Poland's national sanctuary and traditional coronation site of Polish monarchs on Wawel Hill.
43 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
Zakopane
Poland's winter capital nestled at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, renowned for its distinctive wooden architecture and highland culture.
43 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
Kraków Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz)
A historic Jewish district turned bohemian cultural hub, filled with synagogues, galleries, and atmospheric cafés.
43 km · about 50 min drive
Driving roads near Mszana Dolna
- 23 kmZakopianka (Road to the Tatras)The scenic highway climbing from Krakow into the Tatra foothills, a classic Polish mountain road trip.
- 38 kmDunajec Gorge Road (Czorsztyn–Sromowce)A road along the Pieniny limestone gorge where the Dunajec forms the Polish-Slovak border, famous for its raft trips.
- 46 kmDroga pod Reglami, ZakopaneA wooded road running along the foot of the Tatras on the edge of Zakopane, the classic approach to the trailheads.
- 54 kmLomnicky stitSecond-highest peak in the High Tatras at 2634 metres, reached by cable car from Tatranska Lomnica and topped by an observatory.
- 60 kmCesta Slobody (Freedom Road)The scenic Route 537 traverses the foot of the High Tatras from Podbanske to Tatranska Kotlina, stringing together mountain resorts with near-constant views of Slovakia's highest peaks.
Driving in Poland
- Drives on
- the right
- Petrol
- ~€1.42/litre
- Motorway tolls
- ~€5.00/100km
When to drive here
April to October
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