Łomnica-Zdrój – Waterfall, Mineral Springs and Pierogi

• The village extends 9 km along the Łomniczanka, a right-bank tributary of the Poprad.
• The waterfall is in the upper part of the village, in Martyniaki, east of the road through the village.
• Several developed mineral springs lie below the waterfall and are used by residents and tourists.
• A 50 m stretch of the stream has been protected as an inanimate natural monument since 1973.
• The Łabowa–Piwniczna-Zdrój PKP hiking route is 19 km long, with a stated walking time of seven hours.
• Cultural highlights include shepherds’ huts, pierogi łomniczańskie and an annual Pierogi-Łomnicoński Festival.

The Łomniczanka is a right-bank tributary of the Poprad and shapes the extent of the village: Łomnica-Zdrój stretches for 9 km along the stream. The waterfall is in the upper part of the settlement, in Martyniaki, east of the road through the village. This location gives you a clear point of reference within the long village.

A 50 m stretch of the Łomniczanka, including a rocky ledge, banks and mineral springs, has been protected as an inanimate natural monument since 1973. In addition, two inanimate nature protection areas were established in 1998: the Stanisław spring and a sandstone rock. The years refer to different protected features: the stream section in 1973 and the two named areas in 1998.

Several mineral springs with developed outlets lie below the waterfall. They are used by residents and tourists. Together with the banks and rocky ledge, the springs are part of the protected stream section, bringing nature observation and conservation history together in this location.

Łomnica-Zdrój is also on the hiking route from Łabowa to Piwniczna-Zdrój PKP. The full route is listed as 19 km, with a walking time of seven hours. If you plan this longer hike, check current trail conditions before setting out. The time estimate helps you gauge the route as a substantial outing in its own right.

Remnants of traditional mountain pastoralism, in the form of “chałpiny”, survive on the mountain pastures. The Polish term refers to shepherds’ huts; they are a cultural point of reference in the landscape. These surviving traces of pastoralism complement the natural features with a glimpse into regional history.

Pierogi łomniczańskie are also part of a tradition passed down through generations. This regional dish is made with potatoes and cheese, and its recipe has been handed down from generation to generation for more than a hundred years. The pierogi are served, among other occasions, at baptisms and weddings, as well as at Christmas and Easter. The dish is therefore associated with specific festive occasions.

The annual Pieróg-Łomnicoński Festival brings traditional pierogi and regional specialities together with concerts and artistic performances. The programme also includes children’s entertainment, workshops, competitions and stalls run by local exhibitors. Food, stage performances and activities all feature side by side. Dates and programmes vary, so check the latest details in advance if you want to plan your trip around the festival.

How long is the hiking route through Łomnica-Zdrój?

The route from Łabowa to Piwniczna-Zdrój PKP is 19 km long, with a stated walking time of seven hours.

Where is the waterfall?

It is in the upper part of Łomnica-Zdrój, in the settlement of Martyniaki, east of the road through the village.

What are pierogi łomniczańskie?

They are a regional dish made with potatoes and cheese. The recipe has been passed down for more than a hundred years.

Go to the main travel overview: Piwniczna-Zdrój.