Dworzec Tatrzański in Zakopane

Dworzec Tatrzanski is a station building located on Krupówki, the main street of Zakopane, featuring traditional brick construction with regional architectural elements. The structure displays early 1900s craftsmanship with details characteristic of local mountain architecture and sits at the heart of the town's main commercial area.

A wooden structure from 1881 burned down during a carnival celebration and was replaced in 1903 by architects Karol Zaremba and Wandalin Beringer with a brick building. This reconstruction transformed the site into a symbol of Zakopane's growth as a mountain resort.

The building served as a gathering place for mountaineers and nature enthusiasts who organized cultural events and community meetings within its walls. Concerts and social gatherings shaped how locals and visitors experienced the town's cultural life.

The building now houses the Tatra Branch of PTTK, an organization providing tourist information and support for visitors planning mountain activities. Staff members can help with orientation and advice about outdoor pursuits in the surrounding area.

The name Dworzec comes from the Polish word dwor, meaning manor house, which creates confusion with a railway station. The building never functioned as a transportation hub but carried the traditional name of a grand manor estate.

Location: Zakopane

Inception: 1903

Architects: Karol Zaremba, Wandalin Beringer

Address: Krupówki 12

GPS coordinates: 49.29470,19.95030

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03