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Myślenice

Lesser Poland, Poland · Europe

About Myślenice

Myślenice works well as a base: 10 minutes from Jawornik, 39km from Zakopianka (Road to the Tatras).

Myślenice is a town located in Lesser Poland, Poland. With a population of 17,686, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Myślenice sits in Poland, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Warsaw time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Myślenice to your route.

About Myślenice

Myślenice [mɨɕlɛˈɲit͡sɛ] is a town in southern Poland situated in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, 30 km south of Kraków. The town is divided into six districts. The most popular of them, Zarabie, is a famous tourist destination. It is located behind the Raba river (Zarabie meaning "Beyond the (River) Raba"), next to

Read more Chełm district on the slope of the hill of the same name, where is a view tower and a landscape park and ski lifts. Myślenice is a city located in the tectonic window area, between the Dalin, Chełm and Uklejna hills. The city is also located on the border of two Beskids (in the south) and the foothills (in the north). From the western bank of the Raba River these are Maków Beskids and Wieliczka Foothills while on the eastern bank of the river - Island Beskids and Wiśnicz Foothills. Myślenice has a direct and very convenient bus connection with Kraków however there is no train station in the city.

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Where is Myślenice located?

Myślenice is located in Lesser Poland, Poland, Europe. The coordinates are 49.8338 latitude, 19.9383 longitude.

What is the population of Myślenice?

Myślenice has a population of approximately 17,686 people, making it a town in Poland.

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Quick Information

Population
17,686
Continent
Europe
Country
Poland
Region
Lesser Poland
Timezone
Europe/Warsaw
Coordinates
49.8338, 19.9383

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Poland

Police
997
Ambulance
999
Fire
998
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Myślenice

8 notable places within an hour's 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.

19 km · about 20 min drive

cathedral

Wawel Cathedral

Poland's national sanctuary and traditional coronation site of Polish monarchs on Wawel Hill.

24 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Kraków Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz)

A historic Jewish district turned bohemian cultural hub, filled with synagogues, galleries, and atmospheric cafés.

24 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Wawel Castle

Fortified architectural complex atop Wawel Hill in Kraków, the historic seat of Polish kings for over 500 years.

24 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Krakow Main Market Square

Europe's largest medieval square, anchored by the Cloth Hall and a bugle-call tower, ringed by cafes.

25 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

Jama Michalika

Kraków's legendary Art Nouveau café at Floriańska 45, opened in 1895, where the Zielony Balonik cabaret and Young Poland artists held court. The stained-glass interior is packed with original caricatures and puppets.

26 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Zakopianka (Road to the Tatras)

The scenic highway climbing from Krakow into the Tatra foothills, a classic Polish mountain road trip.

39 km · about 45 min 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.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Myślenice

  • 39 kmZakopianka (Road to the Tatras)The scenic highway climbing from Krakow into the Tatra foothills, a classic Polish mountain road trip.
  • 74 kmLomnicky stitSecond-highest peak in the High Tatras at 2634 metres, reached by cable car from Tatranska Lomnica and topped by an observatory.
  • 80 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.
  • 80 kmStrbske PlesoGlacial lake and resort at 1346 metres in the High Tatras, reached by the Cesta Slobody scenic road and a rack railway.

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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