The dragon that has become an icon of the city
It all started with a legend. The Wawel Dragon - a fire-breathing monster living in a pit under the castle - is the hero of every school trip to Krakow. But the modern city decided to go further. Today, dragons can be found in almost every neighborhood - the In funny, artistic, reflective and even shopping versions. This is how the informal but fascinating Dragon Trail, leading through the most creative corners of the city.
Hit the road
It's time to head out to Dragon Trail! In front of you are 25 unique dragons - from the classic guardian of the Wawel Castle, through the tourist with a map in Podgórze, to colorful figures in Kazimierz and Zwierzyniec. Each of them is a different story and a different corner of the city.
You don't have to see them all at once - choose your route and discover Krakow step by step. And if you want to feel full freedom, hop on a scooter and visit several dragons in one day.
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Pick up your scooter at a convenient location and start your dragon adventure exactly where you want. We recommend our pick-up point at 32 Poplar Street, right next to the bike parking lot.
NavigateDragon soldier
in uniform and with a rifle, reminds us of the time when Krakow was a fortress of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy. It stands right next to the former fortifications and modernist traces of the city.
NavigateRed dragon
modern, full of energy, for years adorned Krakow's tallest skyscraper. Today it is a symbol of transformation and courage of a city that is not afraid of contrasts.
NavigateDragon photographer
with a camera in its paws at the photography museum invites you to capture Krakow in your own photos. It's the perfect stop for fans of art and city frames.
NavigateDragon astronomer
gazing at the stars through a telescope, refers to Nicolaus Copernicus and the academic traditions of Krakow. Next door you'll find a garden full of exotic plants.
NavigateDragon doctor
with a medical bag symbolizes Krakow's medicine and hospital district. Future doctors have been trained nearby for centuries.
NavigateDragon with subway
amusingly measures everything around with a large ruler. It's a nod to Krakow's scholars and engineers, and at the same time an amiable "dragon travel companion."
NavigateDragon with K attribute
with a shield and the letter "K" refers to royal Casimir. It is a dragon-heraldic, reminiscent of the former city of kings and merchants.
NavigateDragon romantic
With a bouquet of flowers waiting on the bridge of lovers. Next to it, hundreds of padlocks remind us of the love cherished by Cracovians here.
NavigateDragon tourist
With map and camera accompanies walks in the green park. An ideal guide to Podgórze and its atmospheric backstreets.
NavigateSurveyor dragon
with measuring tools, reminds us of scientific and engineering Krakow. It is a dragon that "measures" the city for future generations.
NavigateKazimierz Dragon
Laden with shopping, he comments with humor on modern lifestyles. He is standing by a place that today teems with commerce and entertainment.
NavigateStradom dragon
small, hidden in the gate, with a pitchfork in his paws. He is the guardian of one of the city's oldest streets, connecting Wawel and Kazimierz.
NavigateThe Wawel Dragon
Fire-breathing guardian of the Dragon's Den. The most famous of Krakow's dragons, a must-see on any tour.
NavigateWater dragon
Dynamic, rippling, like the current of the Vistula River. You will meet him near the boulevards - a great place for a walk or a scooter ride.
NavigateDragon filmmaker
with a camera on his shoulder, as if looking for the best shot. He reminds us that Krakow has long been a city of festivals and film sets.
NavigateDragon athlete
In full motion, as if taking off for a run. Nearby you'll find the Blonia - the city's green stadium, full of sports memories.
NavigateDragon with a kite
In the park, he plays like a child, flying a kite into the sky. He is a carefree dragon, a patron of games and family walks.
NavigateDragon painter
with a palette and brush in his paws, symbolizes Krakow's artistic bohemia. It is a dragon that "paints" the colors of the city.
NavigateDragon with a map
He unrolls a large map, as if planning a further hike. Next to the green park, it's easy to feel like an explorer of your own route.
NavigateLajkonik dragon
A hybrid of two legends: the dragon and the lajkonik. A witty symbol of Krakow's fantasy and colorful traditions of Zwierzyniec.
NavigateDragon bribe
She sits with a basket full of vegetables, as if she has just finished haggling. She references the daily rhythms and commercial soul of Krakow.
NavigateDragon musician
with the instrument reminds us that Krakow has been resounding with music for centuries - from the St. Mary's bugle call to festivals and street performers.
NavigateEmaus dragon
Reminds us of the Emmaus folk fair, full of stalls and Easter customs. It is like a guardian of the old traditions of the villages near Krakow.
NavigateDragon coming down the hill
Rushing down the slope like a child on a sled. The serene finale of the dragon trail, hidden in the green Wolski Forest.
NavigateDragon at the zoo
greets the youngest visitors in front of the zoo. He is a guardian dragon who introduces them to the fabulous world of animals.
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