Where to go for the long August weekend? Check out an unusual idea for the August weekend 2025
The long weekend in August is the perfect opportunity to relax and escape from everyday life. If you are looking for a place with atmosphere, elegance, and an interesting program – away from crowds and banal spots – discover the Pakoszów Palace. It is not only a luxury hotel in the Karkonosze Mountains, but also a baroque residence with over 300 years of history, located right next to Szklarska Poręba and Jelenia Góra. The Karkonosze region is famous for its diverse attractions, both natural and cultural, which make it a unique area with rich tourist values for the long August weekend 2025, for holidays, and beyond.
Palace with a soul – the history of Pakoszów
Pakoszów Palace was built in 1725 by Johann Martin Gottfried – a wealthy merchant and mayor of Jelenia Góra. From the very beginning, it served a dual function – a representative residence and a place of business activity. Thanks to the privilege of King Frederick II, a linen bleaching manufactory operated at the palace, using pure water from the Kamienna stream.
Over the years, the Palace belonged to the Hess family, and after the war, it was taken over by the state. At the beginning of the 21st century, it returned to the descendants of the former owners, who undertook a careful renovation. Opened in 2012 as a luxury boutique hotel, today it impresses with a combination of historic architecture and modern design. The palace interiors are decorated with, among others, original Delft tiles in the Tile Room, historic fireplaces, and baroque frescoes.
Touring Pakoszów Palace is also a great opportunity to learn more about the history of the Karkonosze region.
Idea for the long August weekend 2025 - discover our package
If you are looking for a ready-made idea for an unusual rest – Pakoszów Palace has prepared a unique package for the long August weekend from August 14 to 18, 2025. A stay at Pakoszów Palace is a great choice for a short holiday in Poland, especially in August.
The package includes:
accommodation in an elegant room (palace or in the modern wing)
daily breakfast buffet
access to the wellness area: pool, sauna, gym
the possibility to use the rich palace library: bridge tables, outdoor chess game, boule-petanque game, darts
the use of the 14-hectare palace garden and permanent art exhibitions
It’s an excellent opportunity for an eventful rest in the Karkonosze Mountains.
Additional attractions as part of the stay for August 2025:
Tickets to:
• Julia Crystal Glassworks – 3 km from the palace, about 5 minutes by car
• Wang Church in Karpacz – 17 km from the palace, about 25 minutes by car
We encourage you to visit the unique Karkonosze attractions during your stay – each of them allows you to better discover the charms of the region and its legends. This is an ideal offer for those who want to combine relaxation in comfortable conditions with culture, history, and Karkonosze’s nature.
Additionally, beyond the package, there is an option for extra attractions:
- renting electric bikes to explore the surroundings
- booking balloon flights with views of the Karkonosze Mountains
- booking beauty treatments, massages, and body treatments at the Palace SPA
- option to order a bath service for rooms with a bathtub, which includes natural body peeling, bath foam or honey, and a relaxing candle
- booking a private tour of Pakoszów Palace and learning about the history of this beautiful place, visiting the beautiful interiors not accessible to everyone: such as the Baroque Ballroom, Meissen Lounge, the Blue Tower with the Tile Room, the palace garden.
Where to go for the long August weekend? Get to know 5 attractions for the August weekend around Pakoszów Palace
1. Julia Crystal Glassworks – 3 km | 5 minutes
See live the process of crystal making at Julia Crystal Glassworks – from the hot furnace to elegant glasses. The exhibits in the glassworks allow you to see the glass production process from a different perspective, showcasing the uniqueness of this craft. The glassworks offers private tours and a shop with unique products.
👉 Tickets included in the stay package
2. Wang Church in Karpacz – 17 km | 25 minutes
Wang Temple is a wooden church from the 12th century, brought from Norway. The temple impresses tourists with its unique architecture and extraordinary atmosphere, located among Karkonosze spruces.
👉 Tickets included in the stay package
3. Chojnik Castle in Sobieszów – 13 km | 20 minutes
Chojnik Castle is a medieval stronghold with a fairy-tale panorama and a legend about Princess Kunegunda. The castle offers unforgettable views of the Karkonosze Mountains, making it an ideal spot for a short trip and admiring history.
4. Valley of Palaces and Gardens of the Jelenia Góra Basin – up to 30 minutes drive
Visit successive residences of the Valley of Palaces and Gardens of the Jelenia Góra Basin: Łomnica Palace, Wojanów, Staniszów. Each of them tells a different story – about families, history, and architecture of Lower Silesia, and some of these residences are true symbols of the city or region. There are also other attractions worth noticing in the area.
5. Cieplice Thermal Baths – 12 km | 18 minutes
If the weather is bad – relax in thermal pools, jacuzzis, and the sauna zone. The Cieplice Thermal Baths offer ideal conditions for relaxation and regeneration after a day full of activities. A great alternative to an active day on the trail.
Why is this an unusual idea for the long August weekend 2025?
You have a ready plan for 3 days full of attractions – without stress and crowds.
You spend time in an authentic baroque palace – not in another "just like any other" hotel.
You combine culture, relaxation, and adventure – without compromises.
You rest in style, close to nature and away from the rush according to the mental spa philosophy.
For the long August weekend, you can bring your pet to Pakoszów Palace for a stay. The booking cost for a pet is 90 PLN/night in selected rooms
If traveling with children, at Pakoszów Palace you will find a playground in the palace garden, a children's menu at Stara Bielarnia restaurant, and you can also rent a travel cot and high chair.
A stay at Pakoszów Palace is not only a feast for the body but also for the soul.
Where to go for the long August weekend 2025?
Don’t know where to go for the long August weekend 2025? Choose something with class. Pakoszów Palace is a great option for holidays, a longer July vacation, as well as for a short holiday in Poland. This place is a proposition for those seeking something more than just a place to sleep. Here history meets design, jazz sounds in the baroque hall, and morning coffee tastes best with a mountain view.
Proper planning of vacation days allows you to fully enjoy your August rest in the Karkonosze – both during the long August weekend and holidays. Everyone will find something here – from relaxation in palace interiors to active touring of local attractions. Discover an unusual idea for the August weekend 2025 and rest in the Karkonosze – with attractions that remain in memory for a long time.