Tatra Attractions
A collection of the most interesting and worth seeing places in the Podhale region
Wielka Krokiew
Wielka Krokiew is the largest ski jumping Hill in Poland. It was named in honour of Stanisław Marusarza-the wife of the Polish representative of winter sports, narciarza classic, the trainer of skiing. The object is situated on the Northern hillside Rafter. Constructed according to the design of Charles Stryjeńskiego. It was solemnly opened on March 22, 1925.
Ski jumping is appreciated by the players, because despite its large size (currently a design point is at 120 m), is very secure and allows for the donation of long-distance hikes. The height of the object is 134 metres. The current record is $ 140, 5 m and was established in 2010 during the World Cup competitions by Szwajcara Simon Ammanna.
Initially in Zakopane players benefited from the Hill to the donation of jump length of approximately 30 m. This sports discipline but very quickly developed and required the creation of a larger object. Initially, Rafter had to ski more than 40 meters.
Thanks to the size of the stands, which can accommodate up to 40 k. fans, this is one of the largest sports facilities in the country. The Hill is lighting, which enables the Organization of competitions in the times of the evening. In 2004 he was put on igelit zeskoku to ski well in the summer.
Rafter became the permanent point in plans for visiting tourists who are visiting Zakopane. This is often the first place to go when you arrive to the city. Summit Hill offer breathtaking views of the entire area. Its beauty is guaranteed by natural position among the Tatra forests.
Wielka Krokiew is surrounded by many gallery offering gifts with a stay in the city and, above all, in the course of the competitions different gadgets for fans. Because of the challenge of large occupations object was designed to accept multiple received. In the immediate vicinity of the hotel is a large parking for cars and coaches.