Plizio Visual Lab
Nowy Targ
ℹ️Practical info — Nowy Targ
▾
🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Visit the famous Thursday or Saturday market early in the morning to find the best local handicrafts and fresh produce.
- Parking near the market can be very difficult on market days; look for spots further out and walk across the river.
- The main square (Rynek) is great for people-watching, but the best views of the Tatra Mountains are from the riverside path.
- Bring cash, as many small vendors at the traditional market do not accept card payments.
🍽 Food
Get them at the historic ice cream parlors right on the main square.
Buy it fresh from the local market stalls or regional food shops.
Try it at a traditional regional tavern (karczma) near the town center.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Thursdays and Saturdays are great for sheepskin coats, leather goods, and woodwork.
Lined with small local shops selling regional souvenirs.
A peaceful peat bog nature reserve just outside the city with wooden walkways and an observation tower.
A relaxing walking and cycling path where the White and Black Dunajec rivers meet.
Water temperature…
Nowy Targ, often referred to as the capital of the Podhale region, is strategically located in the Nowy Targ Basin at the confluence of the White and Black Dunajec rivers. Founded by King Casimir the Great in 1346, the city has long served as the primary commercial and administrative hub for the Polish Highlanders (Gorale). Historically, Nowy Targ is renowned for its centuries-old tradition in leathercraft and fur production, industries that continue to shape the city's economic identity today. Situated between the Gorce Mountains to the north and the Tatra Mountains to the south, it is a key starting point for tourism and winter sports in the region. The city is particularly famous for its traditional open-air market, which dates back to the Middle Ages and still draws thousands of visitors from across Central Europe. Culturally, the town is deeply rooted in highlander traditions, reflected in its unique architecture, local cuisine, and bustling folk festivals.
- Location: Poland
- Top sights: Muzeum Podhalańskie im. Czesława Pajerskiego · Muzeum Drukarstwa w Nowym Targu · Wieża Wodna
- Nearby: Białka Tatrzańska (11 km)
- Population: ~33.763
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -5 | -4 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 2 | -3 |
| Rain mm | 56 | 55 | 61 | 64 | 117 | 124 | 137 | 96 | 89 | 71 | 56 | 53 |
Geography
Facts
- The city was granted town rights in 1346 by King Casimir the Great.
- Nowy Targ has been a center for fur and leather production for centuries.
- Pope John Paul II visited the city during his first papal pilgrimage in 1979.
- The local ice hockey team, Podhale Nowy Targ, is one of the most successful in Poland.
- Nowy Targ Airport is the highest-located airfield in all of Poland.
- The wooden St. Anne's Church dates back to the late 15th century.
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Sights in the town Nowy Targ (8)
Muzeum Drukarstwa w Nowym Targu🏛 museum
The Printing Museum in a historic building in Nowy Targ, with vintage printing presses.
Kościół pw. Matki Bożej Anielskiej w Nowym Targu⛪ religious
The Kościół pw. Matki Bożej Anielskiej w Nowym Targu serves as a place of worship in Nowy Targ, Poland. Operating as a church in the area also known as Neumarkt, it supports the religious community. Guests to the city will find it a serene spot for reflection.
Kościół pw. Świętego Brata Alberta w Nowym Targu⛪ religious
Set in Nowy Targ, the Kościół pw. Świętego Brata Alberta w Nowym Targu has a space for spiritual contemplation. This church is an integral part of the local religious landscape in the Polish city of Neumarkt. Visitors can expect an authentic regional place of worship.
Kościół św. Jadwigi Królowej w Nowym Targu⛪ religious
As a sacred structure, the Kościół św. Jadwigi Królowej w Nowym Targu enriches the cityscape of Neumarkt. This Polish church is dedicated to worship and reverence within the local community. Interested guests can explore the tranquil surroundings of the religious site.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Nowy Targ called the capital of Podhale?
When does the famous market take place?
Is there local food that I must try?
Is Nowy Targ a good starting point for hiking?
Are there winter sports facilities there?
Nowy Targ: where is it located?
Nowy Targ: what is there to see?
Nowy Targ: when is the best time to visit?
Nowy Targ: why is it worth visiting?
Nearby cities
