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Krościenko, located near the Dunajec River, is a small town in the southern part of Poland. It is primarily known as a tourist destination, thanks to its numerous natural attractions: the Dunajec Gorge, its proximity to the Slovakian part of the Pieniny Mountains, and its closeness to mountain peaks. Krościenko is a village that is popular with visitors both in summer and winter; in summer, one can admire the beauty of nature in all its glory, and around the New Year, when the mountain peaks are completely covered in snow, one can indulge in winter activities, such as skiing.
Rafting trip
This refers not so much to the town of Krościenko itself, but to the municipality. We can go rafting through the Dunajec Gorge with experienced guides between April 1st and October 31st. The most popular route runs from Sromowce Niżne to Szczawnica.
Is Krościenko a town of significant importance?
In the Middle Ages, Krościenko was located on the royal route (the so-called Via Regia), which led from Krakow to Buda. Until the mid-20th century, markets were held there every week, and until the second half of the 19th century, fairs were also held in the town, which may indicate the town’s important role in the Pieniny region!
Krościenko is the subject of literary works!
The village appears in folk poetry, written by, among others, Michał Słowik-Dzwon, Helena Wolska, and Krystyna Aleksander.
The rich cultural heritage of the municipality
The municipality of Krościenko nad Dunajec boasts numerous other attractions, including a cable car in Szczawnica that leads to the top of Palenica, as well as castles in Niedzica and Czorsztyn.

