Zakopane: an expert called the resort with "Swiss rustic charm without high prices"

Travelers looking for Swiss landscapes at affordable prices will find a real gem in Zakopane, Poland. This picturesque resort, located in the Tatra Mountains, enchants with its fantastic views, hospitable people and authentic atmosphere.

Zakopane is not just a mountain resort with cozy hotels and restaurants. Here you can enjoy hiking, explore mountain trails, feel connected to nature and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of the local population, writes Express.

Wooden houses with carved eaves, cobblestone streets and majestic mountain peaks create a unique atmosphere of an alpine village.

Zakopane is a quiet corner of Europe where you can escape from the crowds of tourists. Here you can truly relax, feel part of a welcoming community, where people sing old songs with a guitar and children run carefree through the streets.

Whether you are an experienced climber or just want to relax in a picturesque place, Zakopane has something to offer you.

Kelly Duhigg, a travel expert and blogger for Girl with the Passport, told Express.co.uk that Zakopane in Poland has "the rustic charm of Switzerland without the overpriced prices."

The best way to get to Zakopane is to fly to Poprad (Slovakia) or Krakow (Poland). From both cities, there are buses and trains to the southernmost city in the country.

As TravelWise previously reported, Warsaw is attracting more and more tourists as it becomes a new cultural center.