View of the Vistula and the Castle

This pleasant walk along the Vistula offers a beautiful panoramic view of the river and the castle. At 1,047 kilometres long, the Wisła—or Vistula in English—is the longest river in Poland. For thousands of years, towns and cities have sprung up along its banks. In the past, it served as a major trade route, especially for transporting salt from the Wieliczka mines. Today, it remains the largest navigable waterway in this part of Europe. You’ll see plenty of boats moored along the river. If you decide to take a cruise on the Vistula, you’ll learn about the history of the castles, churches, and other landmarks in the Kraków region. There are usually two options: the classic one-hour cruise, or a longer four-hour tour that takes you all the way to the nearby village of Tyniec.