A running weekend in Krakow is more than just a sporting competition. It is a great opportunity to combine your passion for running with a short city break in one of Europe's most beautiful cities.
Krakow – the former capital of Poland and a city with over a thousand years of history – attracts visitors with its wealth of monuments, unique atmosphere and vibrant cultural life. A stroll around the Main Market Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a visit to the Cloth Hall, listening to the bugle call played from St. Mary's Tower or a coffee in one of the charming cafés around the market square are all must-dos. It is also worth visiting Wawel Hill with its royal castle and cathedral, and seeing the legendary Wawel Dragon right next to it.
The city also impresses with the diversity of its districts. The atmospheric Kazimierz district, formerly a place where Jewish and Christian cultures coexisted, is now full of art galleries, atmospheric restaurants and bars with live music. In the neighbouring Podgórze district, you will find Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory and picturesque boulevards along the Vistula River.
There is also no shortage of attractions for culture lovers – from museums and theatres, through concerts and exhibitions, to famous festivals. The capital of Małopolska is also a city of sport, and modern facilities such as TAURON Arena Kraków host major sporting and music events.
Participating in a running event is a great excuse to experience the magic of a city that combines tradition and modernity. Click on our recommendations and find out how to plan your 3-day stay in Krakow.
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