Lower Sromowce

Sromowce Niżne is a picturesque tourist village located in the Pieniny Mountains, in the Dunajec River valley, in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, with a population of about 1,000. Its history dates back to the first half of the 14th century and is linked to the history of the Order of Poor Clares. The village, which was part of the royal demesne of Czorsztyn in the 16th century, gained touristic importance as early as the 19th century when rafting on the Dunajec River began. Sromowce offers numerous tourist attractions, such as the PTTK "Trzy Korony" mountain hostel, which provides accommodation and serves as a starting point for hiking trails leading to Trzy Korony, Krościenko, and Slovakia. Additionally, tourists can enjoy traditional rafting trips and explore local historical sites, including the 16th-century wooden Church of St. Catherine. Registered as a historical monument in Lesser Poland, the church stands as a testament to the region's rich architectural heritage. Since 2010, the revitalized church has housed an art gallery. Furthermore, the village offers extensive accommodation options and various cultural attractions, such as folk festivals held in the modern amphitheater during the summer. A pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the Dunajec provides easy access to the Red Monastery in Slovakia and connects to the Pieniny Trail, promoting active recreation. Sromowce Niżne is also a popular starting point for hiking trails, serving as a gateway to exploring the beauty of the Pieniny Mountains and their unique landscape values.