Wisła has several ski areas, and most of them are covered by one shared ski pass, Wispass.This makes Wisła one of the most convenient places in the Beskids for a skiing holiday — especially for families with children. Below you will find an overview of the slopes in Wisła, the 2027 winter holiday dates and practical tips on planning a ski week with a cottage stay.
Polish winter school holidays 2027 — dates by region
According to the 2026/2027 school-year calendar published by the Polish Ministry of Education, the 2027 winter holidays take place in three rounds:
| Dates | Regions (voivodeships) |
|---|---|
| 18–31 January 2027 | Lower Silesia, Łódź, Opole, Subcarpathia, Podlaskie, Silesia |
| 1–14 February 2027 | Lublin, Masovia, Pomerania, Świętokrzyskie |
| 15–28 February 2027 | Kuyavia-Pomerania, Lubusz, Lesser Poland, Warmia-Masuria, Greater Poland, West Pomerania |
Wisła is in the Silesian Voivodeship, so the slopes are busiest with local visitors in the second half of January. If you can choose, February tends to be quieter, and lift queues on weekdays are noticeably shorter than at weekends.
Ski slopes in Wisła — overview with distances from the cottages
Distances are measured from the Wiślańska Dolina cottages at ul. Wyzwolenia 39. Driving times are approximate — add a few minutes in winter.
| Ski area | Distance from cottages | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Nowa Osada | approx. 750 m (about 5 min by car) | families, beginners and intermediates |
| Klepki (Malinka) | approx. 2.6 km (about 5 min) | short drive, a second option „on the doorstep” |
| Sarajewo (Malinka) | approx. 3.4 km (about 5 min) | a smaller, quieter lift |
| Cieńków (Malinka) | approx. 5–7 km (about 10 min) | longer runs, views, near the ski jump |
| Soszów | approx. 11 km (about 23 min) | a full-day trip, another part of Wisła |
| Stożek | approx. 10 km (about 22 min) | a full-day trip, Jurzyków area |
Nowa Osada — the slope „on your doorstep”, ideal for learning
Nowa Osada is the ski area closest to Wiślańska Dolina — about 750 metres from the cottages.The slope is considered family-friendly, with runs for beginner and intermediate skiers, and instructors on site teach children. According to the resort’s descriptions the runs have snowmaking and floodlights, so in good conditions you can ski after dark too.
For parents it’s a huge convenience: the kids can ski in the morning, come back to the cottage for lunch and a nap, and head out again in the afternoon — with no hunting for parking and no all-day „camping” at the base.
Klepki, Sarajewo and Cieńków — Malinka in a few minutes
A few minutes’ drive from the cottages are the ski areas around Malinka. Klepki and Sarajewo are a good alternative when Nowa Osada is busy, while Cieńków offers longer runs and views of the Silesian Beskids — a good choice for older kids and parents who want to stretch their legs after learning on a gentler slope.
Soszów and Stożek — for a full-day trip
The ski areas on Soszów and below Stożek are on the other side of Wisła, about 20–25 minutes’ drive from the cottages. Plan a separate day for them — a nice change after a few days on the slopes near the cottage.
Wispass — one ski pass for many slopes
The Wisła Skipass (Wispass) is a shared ticket system for ski areas in and around Wisła. In the 2025/2026 season it covered, among others, these slopes:Cieńków, Klepki, Nowa Osada, Pasieki, Sarajewo, Siglany, Soszów, Stok i Stożekin Wisła, as well as Poniwiec in Ustroń and Złoty Groń in Istebna. So on one trip you can switch slopes without buying separate tickets.
Important:pass prices, the list of ski areas and opening hours change every season, and whether the slopes open depends on snow and weather. Check current information on the ski area’s or Wispass website before you travel.
Skiing with kids in Wisła — 5 practical tips
- Start with the nearest slope.A short drive means less moaning and more energy for skiing — so the first days are best spent at Nowa Osada.
- Book lessons with an instructor in advance.At the peak of the holidays ski-school slots fill up quickly.
- Ski in the morning.Until midday the snow is usually in its best condition and the queues are shorter.
- Plan a day without skis.The Malinka ski jump, sledging, a stroll around the centre or a trip to Ustroń — you’ll find more ideas in our postWisła with kids — attractions in winter and summer.
- Dry your gear after every day.A warm cottage with underfloor heating is the best dryer for boots and gloves.
Where to stay in Wisła for the winter holidays?
Wiślańska Dolina is two year-round cottages of 58 m² each at ul. Wyzwolenia 39 —approx. 750 m from the Nowa Osada slope. Each cottage has a living room with a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, underfloor heating and a terrace with a grill, and sleeps up to 9. After a day of skiing you can warm up in the hot tub or Sauna, available as add-ons to your stay.
Going on holiday with another family or a bigger group?Book both cottages — up to 18 guests together, and each family has its own house. Dates during the winter holidays go fastest, so it’s worthchecking availabilityin advance.
Frequently asked questions
How many ski slopes are there in Wisła?
Wisła has several ski areas — including Nowa Osada, Cieńków, Klepki, Sarajewo, Soszów, Stożek, Pasieki, Siglany and Stok — which in the 2025/2026 season were covered by the shared Wispass ski pass.
When are the 2027 winter holidays in the Silesian Voivodeship?
According to the Ministry of Education calendar, the 2027 winter holidays in the Silesian Voivodeship run from 18 to 31 January 2027.
Which slope in Wisła is best for children?
For learning to ski with children Nowa Osada works well — a family ski area with beginner runs and instructors who teach children.
How far is it from the Wiślańska Dolina cottages to the slope?
From Wiślańska Dolina (ul. Wyzwolenia 39) it is about 750 m to the Nowa Osada slope. The Malinka ski areas — Klepki, Sarajewo and Cieńków — are within 5–10 minutes by car.
