Żegiestów was founded in 1575 by Hawryła Juranka under a privilege granted by Bishop Franciszek Kraśnicki. For travellers interested in culture and local history, this founding story provides a specific point of reference.
You can rent a holiday apartment in Żegiestów.
Transport
Żegiestów is served by Regional Road 971 and railway line 96.
Hiking and Nature
Three marked hiking trails run through Żegiestów: the yellow Muszynka–Żegiestów Trail, the blue Żegiestów–Leluchów Trail and the black Żegiestów–Pusta Wielka Trail. This particularly appeals to travellers who would like to combine their stay with marked hikes.
There is also an ornithological educational trail with several information boards in the spa district.
Surroundings
The area surrounding Żegiestów includes Muszyna – Castle Ruins and Rytro, as well as Široký vrch and Kicarz.
Pusta Wielka and Solivka are located in the immediate vicinity of Żegiestów.
Červený Kláštor and Pieniński Park Narodowy lie in the wider regional surroundings of Żegiestów.
Geographical Location
Żegiestów is a spa settlement on the Polish-Slovak border. It lies on a steep slope in the Poprad Valley, at a distinctive gorge section of the river.
Spa and Local Character
The spa district is situated along a spa promenade and is geared towards recuperation, walks and active recreation.
Żegiestów's spa tradition is linked to mineral springs, including Anna and Antonina; Żegiestów later developed into a health resort.
Landscape
The settlement lies on the Poprad and the Żegiestowski Potok in a steep river-valley landscape.
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