Winter in the Tatra Mountains is one of the most magical seasons – especially when you can experience it far from the crowds and in complete comfort. If you’re planning a family trip, a romantic weekend for two, or a relaxing stay with views of the snow-capped peaks, be sure to check the current winter break dates for 2026. Zakopane has long been one of the most popular winter vacation destinations in Poland, and the luxurious apartments at VILLAT are an excellent base for lovers of skiing, hiking, and wellness.
Below you will find a detailed breakdown of the winter break dates in 2026 – it is worth planning your trip in advance to book the best apartment with a view of Giewont.
| Voivodeship | Winter break dates | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| Kuyavian-Pomeranian holidays (Kujawy and Pomerania) | 20.01 – 2.02.2025 | Bydgoszcz, Toruń, Włocławek, Grudziądz, Inowrocław, Brodnica, Świecie |
| Lubusz Holidays (Lubusz Region) | 20.01 – 2.02.2025 | Zielona Góra, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Nowa Sól, Żary, Żagań, Świebodzin |
| Lesser Poland holidays (Lesser Poland) | 20.01 – 2.02.2025 | Kraków, Tarnów, Nowy Sącz, Oświęcim, Chrzanów, Nowy Targ, Olkusz, Bochnia, Wieliczka, Gorlice, Zakopane, Skawina |
| Holidays in Świętokrzyskie (Świętokrzyskie) | 20.01 – 2.02.2025 | Kielce, Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski, Starachowice, Skarżysko-Kamienna, Sandomierz |
| Greater Poland holidays (Greater Poland) | 20.01 – 2.02.2025 | Poznań, Kalisz, Piła, Ostrów Wielkopolski, Konin, Gniezno, Leszno, Luboń, Września, Swarzędz, Krotoszyn, Śrem, Jarocin, Wągrowiec, Turek, Środa Wielkopolska, Kościan |
| Podlasie holidays (Podlasie) | 27.01 – 9.02.2025 | Białystok, Suwałki, Łomża, Augustów, Bielsk Podlaski, Grajewo, Zambrów |
| Warmia-Masuria holidays (Warmia and Mazury) | 27.01 – 9.02.2025 | Olsztyn, Elbląg, Ełk, Iława, Ostróda, Giżycko, Ketrzyn, Szczytno, Bartoszyce, Mrągowo, Działdowo |
| Lower Silesian holidays (Lower Silesia) | 3.02 – 16.02.2025 | Wrocław, Wałbrzych, Jelenia Góra, Legnica, Lubin, Głogów, Świdnica, Bolesławiec, Oleśnica, Oława |
| Masovian holidays (Mazovia) | 3.02 – 16.02.2025 | Warsaw, Radom, Płock, Siedlce, Pruszków, Legionowo, Ostrołęka, Piaseczno, Otwock, Ciechanów, Żyrardów, Mińsk Mazowiecki, Wołomin, Sochaczew, Ząbki, Mława, Grodzisk Mazowiecki, Marki, Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki, Wyszków, Piastów, Ostrów Mazowiecki, Plonsk, Kobyłka, Józefów |
| Opole holidays (Opole region) | 3.02 – 16.02.2025 | Opole, Kędzierzyn – Koźle, Nysa, Brzeg, Kluczbork, Prudnik |
| West Pomeranian holidays (Western Pomerania) | 3.02 – 16.02.2025 | Szczecin, Koszalin, Stargard, Kołobrzeg, Świnoujście, Szczecinek, Police, wałcz, Białogard, Goleniów |
| Lublin holidays (Lublin region) | 17.02 – 2.03.2025 | Lublin, Zamość, Chełm, Biał Podlaska, Puławy, Świdnik, Kraśnik, Łuków, Biłgoraj, Lubartów |
| Holidays in Łódź (Łódź Voivodeship) | 17.02 – 2.03.2025 | Łódź, Piotrków Trybunalski, Pabianice, Tomaszów Mazowiecki, Zgierz, Bełchatów, Skierniewice, Radomsko, Kutno, Sieradz, Zduńska Wola, Łowicz, Aleksandrów Łódzki, Wieluń |
| Subcarpathian holidays (Podkarpacie) | 17.02 – 2.03.2025 | Rzeszów, Mielec, Przemyśl, Stalowa Wola, tarnobrzeg, Krosno, Dębica, Jarosław, Sanok, Jasło |
| Pomeranian holidays (Pomerania) | 17.02 – 2.03.2025 | Gdańsk, Gdynia, Słupsk, tczew, Rumia, Wejherowo, Stargard Gdański, Chojnice, Kidzyn, Malbork, Lębork, Sopot, Pruszcz Gdański, Reda, Kościerzyna |
| Silesian holidays (Silesia) | 17.02 – 2.03.2025 | Katowice, Częstochowa, Sosnowiec, Gliwice, Bielsko – Biała, Zabrze, Bytom, Rybnik, Ruda Śląska, Tychy, Dąbrowa Górnicza, Chorzów, Jaworzno, Jastrzębie Zdrój, Mysłowice, Siemianowice Śląskie, Żory, Tarnowskie Góry, Będzin, Piekary Śląskie, Racibórz, Zawiercie, Swiętochłowice, Wodzisław Śląski, Mikołów, Knurów, Czechowice – Dziedzice, Cieszyn, Czeladź, Żywiec, Myszków, Czerwionak – Leszczyna, Pszczyna, Lubliniec, Orzesze, Łaziska Górne, Rydułtowy |
During the winter break, Zakopane attracts both families with children and couples seeking a winter romance. At VILLAT, we offer luxurious apartments in Zakopane with views of Giewont, a private jacuzzi, a terrace, and access to the spa. It’s the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, enjoy winter attractions, and fully relax after a day on the slopes.
When planning your 2026 winter break in Zakopane, it’s worth exploring the possibilities the capital of the Tatra Mountains has to offer. It’s not just skiing, but also sleigh rides, thermal baths, walks with views of Giewont, luxurious relaxation in the spa, and top-notch regional cuisine. Thanks to convenient division into voivodeships, the holidays in Zakopane last over six weeks, allowing for spreading out the tourist flow and avoiding the largest crowds.
What to do during winter holidays in the Tatra Mountains?
1. Skiing and snowboarding
Zakopane offers over a dozen ski slopes – from easy routes ideal for beginners to more demanding slopes for experienced skiers:
Nosal – ideal for families with children and people just starting their skiing adventure.
Harenda – varied routes, lighting and chairlifts.
Szymoszkowa – beautiful panorama of the Tatra Mountains and access to thermal baths.
Kasprowy Wierch – for the more ambitious, with natural snow and an Alpine atmosphere.
2. Thermal baths and relaxation after the slopes
After a day on the slopes, relaxing in the thermal waters is the perfect choice. The following are particularly popular:
Chochołowskie Thermal Baths (25 min from Zakopane),
Bukovina (Białka Tatrzańska),
Szymoszkowa Thermal Baths (connected to the slope),
or… private jacuzzi and sauna in the VILLAT apartment.
3. Sleigh rides and highlander bonfires
The Zakopane 2026 holidays are also an opportunity to experience a torchlit sleigh ride in the Chochołowska or Kościeliska Valley – with mulled wine, a bonfire and highlander music.
4. Romantic walks and mountain hikes
Zakopane in winter is also a paradise for people looking for quiet, romantic walks:
Strążyska Valley – leads almost to the very top of Giewont, also perfect in winter.
Antałówka – an easy route with a view of all of Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains.
Równia Krupowa – perfect for morning walks for two, right next to the city center.
Winter break in Zakopane is a time when everything slows down – but only for those who have planned their stay in advance. Many people wait until the last minute to book, often ending up choosing a lower standard or location. If you’re looking for a unique, premium-style getaway, book your apartment in Zakopane for the 2026 winter break well in advance.
At VILLAT we offer spacious apartments with:
private jacuzzi and sauna, perfect for winter evenings,
view of Giewont and the panorama of the Tatra Mountains,
designer interiors inspired by nature and modernity,
proximity to the ski slopes and the center of Zakopane.
You don’t have to choose between relaxation and activity – at VILLAT, we combine both. After a day on the slopes, you can relax in your apartment with heated floors, sip hot tea on the terrace, and then soak in your private jacuzzi overlooking the snow-capped peaks. It’s a completely different level of relaxation – one you deserve.
February and late January are the busiest booking periods in Zakopane. To guarantee apartment availability:
at a convenient time,
in the best location,
with complete comfort and privacy…
👉Book an apartment for the 2026 winter break
We especially recommend:
Executive Suite with a view of Giewont– for couples who want to relax in privacy.
Suite with a view of Giewont – spacious, ideal for families with children or for a trip with friends.