Free walking tours
in Poland

An 88 percent solar eclipse will sweep across Poland this August, transforming the early evening sky into a deep, temporary twilight. Long before crowds gathered at the Krakus Mound with protective glasses, early Slavic inhabitants interpreted this sudden darkness as a celestial beast devouring the sun. Tracing these ancient reactions reveals a deep pagan history still visible in the prehistoric earthworks and local folklore of Krakow today.

In August, Krakow offers a lively mix of culinary traditions, outdoor music, and national celebrations. The Annual Pierogi Festival A notable event in August is the Pierogi Festival (Festiwal Pierogów), held in the Mały Rynek (Little Market Square). Local restaurants and vendors compete for a statue of St. Jacek, the patron saint of pierogi.

Just west of the medieval center, a network of forested trails connects historic monasteries to the highest viewpoints in Krakow. This three-hour walking route climbs past 17th-century wooden chapels and the limestone gorge of Panieńskie Skały before ending in a quiet villa district. It provides a straightforward way to spend a half-day navigating the hills and nature reserves along the city edge.