Kudowa-Zdrój - 18 attractions. Our ideas for a successful holiday | PolishTrains

At a glance

• Kudowa-Zdroj Spa Park covers the town centre and dates back to the 18th century
• The Mineral Water Pump Room is the largest building of its kind in Lower Silesia
• The Chapel of Skulls houses around 3,000 skulls and bones and is one of Poland's most unusual monuments
• Adrspach Rock Town in the Czech Republic is just a short trip away and requires only a national ID card
• Journey from Klodzko takes approximately one hour; from Wroclaw around 2.5 hours
• Healing mineral water can be tasted on-site at the Pump Room for a symbolic fee of 1.50 PLN

It is best to start your visit to Kudowa-Zdrój with the most popular attractions related to the history of the region and its spa character. Such places include:

Spa Park

This is a park recommended for a relaxing walk. The area is located in the very centre of Kudowa-Zdrój and its history dates back as far as the 18th century. Originally, the park was laid out in the English style, but it slightly changed its appearance after later reconstructions. It features Góra Parkowa (477 m above sea level) and a spring of spa waters. Noteworthy is the vegetation that luxuriantly grows in the park area. Dracaenas, rhododendrons, prickly pear and agaves can be seen here, as well as ancient trees - the oldest of which are the purple beech tree, some 200 years old, and the ash tree, some 300 years old. 300 years old. This attraction of Kudowa-Zdrój can be visited free of charge throughout the day.

Pump Room of Mineral Waters

The Pump Room located in the Spa Park is the largest building of its kind in Lower Silesia. The building is characterised by large windows, which make it perfectly illuminated and give it a pleasant atmosphere. The interior of the pump room is decorated with frescoes and paintings adding to the charm. You can enter the facility free of charge from 7:00 to 18:00 (except on Sundays, when it opens at 10:00). You can taste the healing water on site for a symbolic fee of 1.50 zl.

Mineral water borehole

This is another healing water spring in the Spa Park. This time you can use it completely free of charge! This attraction of Kudowa-Zdrój will certainly not be missed during your visit to the park, as it is located by the main avenue. The taste of the water is slightly different from that available in the Mineral Water Pump Room, mainly because it is not filtered. You can detect a slightly sharper aftertaste when drinking it. We encourage you to try each type of water to form your own opinion!

Skull Chapel

An unusual place especially recommended for adults. It is a Baroque-style chapel from the 18th century, whose walls and ceiling are covered with some 3,000 human skulls and tibias. In addition, more than 20,000 more of these human body parts have been placed in the basement of the building. Near the chapel, you can also admire the historic bell tower, a church from the 17th century and visit the former cemetery.

You can visit the Skull Chapel from Tuesday to Sunday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.Ticket prices: adults 12 zlotys, seniors (aged 65 and over) 10 zlotys, children and adolescents (aged 7-18) 7 zlotys, children under 6 free of charge.

The Sudety Foothills Folk Culture Museum

What else does Kudowa-Zdrój have to offer? Attractions include interesting museums such as the Museum of Folk Culture of the Sudetic Foothills. This open-air museum was established in the 1980s. It is divided into permanent and temporary exhibitions. The permanent one includes wooden objects being a fragment of folk architecture of the Sudeten Foothills. The exhibits include houses whose structures and interiors, including furniture and furnishings, date from the 18th to the 20th century. In addition to residential and farm buildings, you will also see a blacksmith's shop.

You can visit the museum from Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and ticket prices start at 10 zlotys.

Kudowa-Zdrój attractions - how to get there?

Kudowa-Zdrój can be reached in many ways. Most importantly, this town in Lower Silesia is also accessible by InterCity and POLREGIO trains.

To visit the attractions in Kudowa-Zdrój, you can come to the town by train from, among others:

• Kłodzko - on Saturday and Sunday you can arrive here with the PKP Intercity carrier. Travel time from Kłodzko Główne station to Kudowa-Zdrój is approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes. On the way, the train stops, for example, in Polanica-Zdrój, Szczytna and Duszniki-Zdrój.
• Warsaw - a direct train from Warsaw East is a weekend service of PKP Intercity. The trains run only on Saturdays and Sundays and depart from the departure station at 5:04 a.m. There are many cities along the route, including: Skierniewice, Radomsko, Częstochowa, Opole, Oława, Wrocław, Strzelin and Kłodzko. Travel time is approximately 8 hours.
• Wrocław - on Saturday and Sunday, there is a course operated by PKP Intercity. The train stops, for example, in Strzelin, Kamieniec Ząbkowicki, Kłodzko and Polanica-Zdrój. Travel time is approximately 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Kudowa-Zdrój attractions for seniors is an extremely interesting topic. There is certainly no shortage of proposals for slightly older tourists. Most importantly, many points of interest are located in close proximity to each other!

Spa Theatre

Although the architecture of the Spa Theatre is a real eye-catcher, it is the events taking place there that make it so special, especially for theatre and music lovers. Numerous plays and concerts are held there.

The Stanisław Moniuszko Spa Theatre is also the organiser of an annual festival dedicated to this outstanding Polish artist**(the International Moniuszko Festival**). This event attracts people interested in both classical music and culture.

When visiting attractions in Kudowa-Zdrój, it is also worth planning a visit here. It is best to buy a ticket for a concert or performance in advance, as especially in the summer season it is difficult to book seats at the last minute.

Musical Garden

This is one of the places in the Spa Park in Kudowa-Zdrój. Attractions to be found here are mainly dummy musical instruments, including a piano, double bass, harp and even a conductor's stand. It is best to visit this part of the park after dark - the instruments are then illuminated, which creates a unique atmosphere.

Spa treatments

The tourist attractions of Kudowa-Zdrój are mainly spa treatments, which attract especially adults and seniors to the town. Places providing such services are sanatoriums and spas, which can be used for a fee or under reimbursement from the National Health Fund (in selected locations).

Attractions of Kudowa-Zdrój - a list of sanatoriums and spa facilities in the town:

• Uzdrowisko Kudowa-Zdrój - a place specialising in the treatment of asthma, respiratory diseases, heart diseases or endocrine disorders, among others. This sanatorium makes extensive use of the healing properties of the spa waters. Massages and mineral and brine baths are on offer, as well as rehabilitation exercises.
• Hotel Uzdrowiskkowy St. George - a facility in the centre of Kudowa-Zdrój aimed not only at seniors, but also families with children. Here you can take advantage of a wide range of spa and sauna facilities. It is also a place for those seeking relaxation and respite.
• Hotel Verde Montana - SPA&WELLNESS Institute - a modern spa place with a rich wellness and spa offer. It is a facility for people of all ages, especially recommended for those who enjoy active leisure. The hotel has an indoor pool and a gym.
• Hotel* Adam Spa** - a spot recommended both for a family trip and romantic moments with a loved one. The wide range of wellness and spa services will allow you to relax and unwind from your daily chores. You can also enjoy delicious meals at the hotel.
• NZOZ NEPTUN in Kudowa-Zdrój - is a sanatorium focused on the treatment and prevention of joint and spinal disorders. It offers a range of treatments, especially for the elderly, from the following categories: Physical therapy (galvanic current, electrostimulation, iontophoresis, saline inhalation), Massage (classic and lymphatic drainage), Hydrotherapy and thermotherapy (hydro massage and mud pack), Kinesitherapy (gymnastics, exercises on devices, relaxation training, cryotherapy).
• Sanatorium Uzdrowiskowe Bristol MSW - is a place on the map of Kudowa-Zdrój that specialises in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, peripheral vessels, rheumatological and orthopaedic-traumatic diseases. Here you can benefit from: pool exercises, electrostimulation, mud treatments, inhalation, cryotherapy, massages, laser therapy and many others.

Kudowa-Zdrój attractions for seniors - recommended spa treatments:

• Drinking treatment - i.e. regular consumption of mineral waters to improve health and well-being.
• Mineral baths - therapeutic baths in spa waters containing beneficial ingredients such as hydrogen, sodium and calcium.
• Mudpacks - a treatment using mud to treat joint and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Therapeutic massages - a service to relieve pain, improve circulation and mobility.
• Brine inhalations - treatments aimed at people with respiratory problems.

Nordic Walking routes

This attraction of Kudowa-Zdrój is recommended for more active seniors. Nordic walking enthusiasts will certainly not be bored here! You can cover the entire route Kudowa-Zdrój - Błędne Skały, which is about 8 km one way. It is also possible to use other, slightly shorter routes marked out in the Kudowa-Zdrój area.

Discounts for senior citizens on PKP Intercity trains to Kudowa-Zdrój

Senior citizens travelling on PKP Intercity trains to Kudowa-Zdrój can count on a 30% discount on the basic fare. This discount is valid for any person 60 years of age or older. When travelling on InterCity, it is necessary to bring proof of age with you.

Twice a year, it is also possible to benefit from a 37% discount, which is available to pensioners and is only valid in 2nd class. To qualify for this discount, you must have a certificate issued by the Polish Association of Pensioners, Annuitants and Disabled. This must be presented to the conductor during the journey, together with an identity document.

Kudowa-Zdrój also has many attractions for children, so it is worth visiting with the whole family. There is no shortage of places for active leisure, learning and relaxation. This is a place where you can certainly spend a weekend or even a longer holiday stay.

Kudowa-Zdrój - what is worth seeing on a trip with children?

The "Monkey Grove" Rope Park

Kudowa-Zdrój attractions for children are also places that allow a bit more activity. Is your kid full of energy? Go to the rope park! Here you can traverse routes of varying levels of difficulty. You will find something for toddlers as well as older children and even adults! There are currently two routes available, with more under construction. Prices start at PLN 34.99. You can go to the Rope Park 7 days a week during the holidays, while outside the holiday season it is mainly on weekends.

Aquapark Water World

Are you dreaming of water madness? An aquapark full of slides and pools for beginners and advanced swimmers also provides attractions in Kudowa-Zdrój. The facility is open daily: from Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and at weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Concessionary ticket prices start from 18 PLN per hour and regular from 23 PLN.

Toy Museum

This is a unique place full of toys, allowing children to discover what their parents, grandparents and ancestors of the past used to play with. For every adult, on the other hand, it is a veritable journey back in time to the years of childhood. The Museum of Toys houses more than 5,500 exhibits - objects reminiscent of childhood, such as dolls, blocks, vehicles, animal figurines, teddy bears and rocking horses. The collection includes toys from different continents and, above all, different eras - there will be something from antiquity as well as from the 1990s.

The museum can be visited on all days except Monday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ticket cost - 25 PLN concessionary and 30 PLN normal.

Trail of Vanishing Professions

Attractions for children in Kudowa-Zdrój also include places full of history and knowledge. Among the more interesting ones is the Trail of Disappearing Occupations, a place where you can learn about old craft techniques. You will see demonstrations of pottery, a bread house, a blacksmith's shop, windmills, a hut with old everyday equipment and regional folk costumes. Another attraction is the Mini Zoo, where you will meet ostriches, alpacas, peacocks and many other animals.

In the summer season, the attraction is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., out of season from 10:00 a.m. to **4:**00 p.m. Ticket prices - 35 PLN normal, 30 PLN reduced, children under 4 years free. In addition, the place is pet-friendly, so if you are travelling with your pet, feel free to bring it along!

Minieuroland

A tourist attraction not far from Kudowa-Zdrój that you can enjoy is the Miniature Park. It is located in nearby Kłodzko, which you can reach comfortably by train. Situated on an area of 2 hectares, the park hides miniatures which are replicas of famous buildings. You can admire the miniature Kłodzko Fortress, Trevi Fountain, Eiffel Tower, Książ Castle, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Japanese Garden, Statue of Liberty and many more. All the mock-ups are made using 3D technology, so they undoubtedly reflect the originals.

Minieuroland is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Opening hours are sometimes extended during the summer season, so it is recommended to check the facility's website for up-to-date information before visiting.

Price list:

• normal ticket 55 zł,
• concessionary ticket 49 PLN (for children only up to 14 years of age and for pensioners and disabled persons),
• family tickets, e.g. 2+2 196 PLN.

**Are there any discounts for children on trains to Kudowa-Zdrój?**When travelling on PKP Intercity trains, you can enjoy the following discounts for children and young people:

• 100% discount for children under 4 years of age
• 37% discount for children and young people at school age (up to 24 years of age)
• 51% discount for students up to 26 years of age
• Up to 78% discount for children and young people with disabilities

In addition, a Family Ticket offer is available which provides a 30% discount off the regular ticket price. This discount can be used when travelling in a group of 2 to 5 people, with at least one of the passengers being a child under the age of 16.

Kudowa-Zdrój, located on the border with the Czech Republic, is an ideal base for trips to this neighbouring country. The nearest attractions can be reached by car or bus. The border can also be crossed on foot, allowing us to explore the immediate area.

Kudowa-Zdrój attractions in the Czech Republic offer something for everyone. Close to the Polish border you will find historical monuments, the beautiful Rock Town and a zoo with a real safari!

The Rock Town in Adršpach

This is a beautiful historical town carved in the rock, the largest to be found in the Czech Republic. To see the most beautiful parts, it is best to walk the entire 3.5 km hiking trail. Along the way, you can admire: an emerald lake, a waterfall and rock formations with interesting names such as the Gothic Gate, Elephant Square or Sugar Head. The tour can be shortened somewhat by taking a shorter 1.5 km route covering only the most important sites.

Prices start at 140 CZK and it is best to buy tickets online, as they are slightly more expensive at the ticket offices. For example, an adult ticket costs CZK 250 (at the ticket office) or CZK 200 (online).

The Rock Town can be visited daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm (in July and August) or from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (in other months).

Zoo Safari Dvůr Králové

This is a place where you can admire African animals in particular. Zoo Safari is the largest breeder of them in the whole of Europe! The best attraction is the safari, during which you can admire zebras, giraffes and even lions from the inside of a car! Importantly, you can enter the park in your own car or in a special vehicle from the zoo, driven by a guide.

Depending on the season, you can visit the Dvůr Králové Zoo Safari from 9:00 to 18:00 (May to September) or from 9:00 to 16:00 (October to April). You have to pay for the ticket from 140 CZK for children or from 220 CZK for adults. The price depends on the season and is lower when purchased online.

Josefov Fortress

This is an impressive fortification located in the Czech Republic. It dates back to the 18th century and its main purpose was to defend against the Prussians. The complex itself is a network of labyrinths with a total length of as many as 45 km - currently 1 km of the underground route is open to the public and the tour is guided.

Opening times: 9:00 to 12:00 and 12:00 to 17:00 (in summer from 13:00 to 18:00).

Admission prices to Josefov Fortress: 150 CZK for adults, 90 CZK for children.

Broumov Walls

This is an attraction just across the Polish border, between the Adršpach rocks and the Szczeliniec massif. The trails along the Broumovské Skály lead for a total of 20 km, and during the tour you can admire numerous sandstone formations. This area ranks among one of the most attractive mountain ranges in the Sudety Mountains. The most interesting routes and formations:

• Stone Gate - this is one of the best-known rock formations, which resembles a stone gate in shape. Its height and width are as much as 5 metres. It is an excellent place for a souvenir photo.
• Koruna (769 m) - this is the most recognisable peak in the area. An additional attraction on its summit is a swing from which you can enjoy beautiful views.
• Stone Mushrooms - if you traverse the area along the red trail, you are sure to come across this rock formation. These are natural rock structures that resemble mushrooms.
• Koruna - Stone GateTrail - one of the most popular trails in the Broumovské Skály region, 11 km long. You will need about 4 hours to complete it. Along the way you will take beautiful souvenir photos of unusual natural objects.
• The loop through Hvězda - is a longer route taking around 8 hours. During the walk you will see, for example, the Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows, the Skalni Divadlo lookout point and numerous caves.

Want to travel by train to visit the attractions of Kudowa-Zdrój? Go ahead and buy your ticket!

You can buy tickets for PKP Intercity connections conveniently on the PolishTrains website. The platform allows you to quickly search for the most convenient connections and easily book your tickets online. What is more, if you download the PolishTrains mobile application, the trip planning process will be even more convenient, and you will always have your tickets at hand.

PKP Intercity ticket prices

When buying tickets on the PolishTrains website, you can count on attractive prices and promotions. Here are the lowest amounts you will pay for regular tickets on popular routes to Kudowa-Zdrój:

• Warsaw - Kudowa-Zdrój: from 41 PLN
• Wrocław - Kudowa-Zdrój: from 49 PLN
• Kłodzko - Kudowa-Zdrój: from 21 PLN
• Częstochowa - Kudowa-Zdrój: from 34 zł
• Opole - Kudowa-Zdrój: from 31 zł