gmina Muszyna Essentials

Gmina Muszyna, situated in the Poprad River valley, features a high concentration of wooden Lemko architecture and historical fortifications. This collection highlights the UNESCO-listed St. James Church in Powroźnik, several 19th-century wooden temples with traditional iconostases, and the medieval ruins of the Starost’s Castle. Outdoor highlights include the peak of Jaworzyna Krynicka and the regional museum, which preserves the unique history of the Muszyna State and its ethnically diverse past.

St. James Church, Powroźnik

St. James Church is a Gothic, wooden church located in the village of Powroźnik, southern Poland.

Ruiny Zamku Starostów

14th-century ruins of a defensive castle that served as the residence of the Bishops of Kraków for centuries.

Zamek Starostów w Muszynie

Reconstructed medieval fortifications and a lookout tower situated on a hill between the Poprad and Muszynka rivers.

Jaworzyna Krynicka

The highest peak in the Jaworzyna Range at 1,114 meters, accessible by gondola and serving as a major ski station.

Kościół pw. Świętego Dymitra w Szczawniku

A classic wooden Lemko church from 1841 featuring an original iconostasis and polychrome paintings.

Kościół pw. Narodzenia Najświętszej Maryi Panny

A 19th-century wooden Greek Catholic temple built in the Lemko style, known for its distinct tripartite layout.

Kościół pw. Świętych Męczenników Kosmy i Damiana

A wooden church dating to 1813, showcasing West Lemko architecture with a characteristic tower and interior woodwork.

Kościół pw. Świętego Łukasza Apostoła

Built in the mid-19th century, this former Greek Catholic church features traditional shingled walls and local religious art.

Muzeum regionalne Państwa Muszyńskiego

Located in a historic building, this museum displays ethnographic exhibits and artifacts documenting the history of the Muszyna region.

Bacówka PTTK nad Wierchomlą

A wooden mountain hostel located at 887 meters, offering panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains and access to hiking trails.