Krakus Mound
Kopiec Krakusa
The legendary burial mound of Krakus, the founder of the city. Climbing it is free, and it offers views of the city skyline and sunsets.
Krakus Mound, about 16 meters high, is Kraków's oldest man-made mound, dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries. Legend says it is the grave of King Krakus, the city's founder. It stands on a hill in the Podgórze district on the south bank of the Vistula. Open all day and free of charge, it is a popular spot with locals for watching the sunset and the view toward the Wawel. Nearby are the ruins of the Liban Quarry, where scenes from 'Schindler's List' were filmed. It is about a 20-minute walk from Schindler's Factory, or take the tram to the Powstańców Wielkopolskich stop and walk 10 minutes uphill.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Kraków-Płaszów Concentration Camp Memorial
- Ghetto Heroes Square & Pharmacy Under the Eagle
- Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
- MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art
- Old Synagogue
- Remuh Synagogue & Old Jewish Cemetery
- Kazimierz
- Skałka Sanctuary