Barcice: Find a Holiday Apartment in Poprad

Barcice is located on the western bank of the Poprad, at the southern edge of the SÄ…decka Basin and between the Radziejowa and Jaworzyna Krynicka mountain ranges. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, holiday home or hotel in this location, use these landscape characteristics as a filter when planning your trip before shortlisting accommodation in Barcice.

Landscape and Character of the Place

The historic part of Barcice lies on a high terrace above the Poprad, while the settlement stretches through nearby valleys and slopes.

Barcice is known as a summer resort with a favourable climate and plenty of sunshine. Mineral water deposits have also been recorded locally, although they remain largely unused. Both details form part of the factual characterisation of the place and complement its landscape context.

Hiking Routes as a Travel Consideration

Hiking trails that begin, end or pass through Barcice include, among others, routes to Makowica and Wdżary Niżne. If hiking is the focus of your trip, use this specific selection of routes as a filter before shortlisting accommodation in Barcice.

History and Local Tradition

The documented history of Barcice dates back at least to the 13th century; the first recorded mention of the parish dates from 1325. This gives the place a specifically datable historical reference.

Local tradition associates Barcice with royal estates, the monastery of Stary SÄ…cz, as well as historical beekeeping and honey production.

Further Orientation for Your Trip

For further orientation, open the page about Nowy Sącz. If you would like to compare more destination pages, you can also open Tylicz, Świdnik, Kąclowa, Białawoda, Mochnaczka Niżna, Żegiestów, Jazowsko and Florynka.