Leśna Glassworks (Huta Szkła Leśna)
Szklarska Poreba Górna 1.5 hrs
Witness traditional glassblowing and purchase unique local glass art.
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate continental
Languages
Polish and English and German
Local currency
PLN
(PLN)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Town Center
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
10% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pierogi
Bigos
Oscypek (smoked cheese)
Żurek (sour rye soup)
When to visit Szklarska Poreba
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug, Dec-Feb
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Jan70
Cold, snowy, skiing
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Feb75
Cold, snowy, skiing
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Mar60
Cold, melting snow
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Apr50
Cool, spring, rain
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May65
Mild, greening, hiking
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Jun80
Warm, pleasant, hiking
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Jul90
Warm, peak summer
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Aug90
Warm, peak summer
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Sept80
Cool, autumn colors
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Oct60
Cold, late autumn
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Nov45
Cold, pre-winter
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Dec70
Cold, snowy, skiing
Things to do in Szklarska Poreba
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Dinosaur Park
Szklarska Poreba Dolna 2.5 hrs
Explore a prehistoric world with life-sized dinosaur models and attractions.
Any time of day
5 places
Kamieńczyk Waterfall
Karkonosze National Park 2 hrs
Hike to the highest waterfall in the Polish Karkonosze Mountains.
Szrenica Mountain & Chairlift
Ski Arena Szrenica 3 hrs
Ascend Szrenica for panoramic views and mountain hut experiences.
Skiing/Snowboarding
Ski Arena Szrenica 6 hrs
Enjoy diverse slopes and winter sports at the main ski resort.
Szklarka Waterfall
Karkonosze National Park 1.5 hrs
Visit the picturesque second-highest waterfall in the Polish Karkonosze.
Death Curve Viewpoint
Between Szklarska Poreba and Świeradów-Zdrój 1 hr
Admire stunning mountain vistas from a historic, winding road.
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