Tarnów Wineries & Enotourism

15 Jul 2025

As depressing as the harsh reality of climate change can be, there's always a silver lining somewhere, or you might say a burgundy one in this case. As the Polish climate has become increasingly mild with less frosts and shorter winters, the Polish wine industry has bloomed, with Małopolska emerging as Poland's wine country.

The region just south of Tarnów has become known as 'Poland's Wine Country.'

Tarnów, as it happens, is known as the 'Polish hotspot' ('Polski biegun ciepła') not simply because that was the best catchphrase the suits on the tourist board could come up with, but also because Tarnów has the warmest average temperature in Poland, the country's most sunny days, the longest summers and the least number of windy days. This is especially true of the Pogórze region just south of Tarnów, which possesses a microclimate ideal for the cultivation of grapes used for winemaking. Essentially the Polish Napa Valley, the region features some lovely countryside and enough vineyards offering tours and tastings to put together a nice ruddy road trip.

Wine tastings, vineyard tours and and beautiful landscapes in Pogórze - Poland's Napa Valley.

Although Poland isn't necessarily known for its wine yet, the Tarnów Tourist Bureau is working to change that and has initiated a campaign to coordinate the promotion of wine tourism in the area. The result is EnoTarnowskie, a growing association of like-minded vineyards and local producers, and it has recently been awarded the title of an official Polish tourist brand. They organise events like Tarnowskie Dionizje (showcasing small vineyards in the area) and Pleśńienski Bachus, a festival merrily celebrating local wine producers.

Małopolska Wineries Near Tarnów

If you're an oenophile (or even know what that word means) we really do recommend hiring a car and heading south from Tarnów to discover the scenic countryside and some of the best wines Poland has to offer. The region is also full of cycling trails, and the new Enovelo initiative is paving the way for even more. The new routes created, as well as upgrades to existing infrastructure, connect nicely with the Eurovelo's international cycling network. If you've got the energy, time and inclination – what's stopping you?

Pack yourself a picnic basket and take off for Małopolska's wine country. Just watch out for Yogi and Bubu!

Below we list some of the best wineries in close proximity to Tarnów, but there are actually up to a dozen small wineries all within 35km of each other, and Tarnów, with many more across Małopolska. For more info about enotourism in southern Poland, including a handy map of all the wineries in the area, visit enotarnowskie.pl (Polish-only). You can pick up a physical map of Małopolska wineries in person at the Tarnów Tourist Information Office and participating vineyards.

If you can't make it out of Tarnów, but still want to taste the best local wines available, try dining in Cristalino Kuchnia i Wino, which certainly boasts the city's best wine list.

Uroczysko Winery

Janowice 328
(+48) 516 495 359 | winnicauroczysko.lokalnosc.pl

Established in 2011 by Andrzej Haus, this lovely winery is located just 30mins from Tarnów in Janowice. With south-facing slopes offering scenic views over the hills and mountains beyond, the winery borders a large forest to the north, with the picturesque Dunajec river, and the neighbouring Janowice and Gierowa wineries all within walking distance. Overall, it can be said that Uroczysko in one of the most beautifully-situated vineyards in the region, and makes a great base for exploring it further. They are also distinguished by their 'old school' cultivation method, which involves planting each vine on a separate stake, and their range of wines boast strikingly-designed labels based on Slavic mythology - like their 'Perun' dry red wine made from Regent, Cabernet Cantor and Cabernet Cortis grapes. Tastings and tours are available, events are frequently organised, and guests can stay overnight in their wooden 2-bedroom chalet, enjoying the covered terrace, garden, barbecue area, fire pit and smokehouse.

Janowice Winery

Janowice 33-115
(+48) 530 038 642 | winnicajanowice.pl

Certainly in the running for the most beautiful winery in Poland, this small, family-run vineyard is located on a picturesque south-west facing hillside overlooking the Dunajec River Gorge near Zakliczyn and Lusławice, just metres from Uroczysko Winery. From its gorgeous viewpoint you can see the Krzysztof Penderecki Centre for Music and also the Tatra Mountains in the distance, while on the other side of the hill is the handsome 19th century Janowice Palace, not to mention several other wineries in the near vicinity. 23km south from Tarnów, 2hr tours can be arranged for groups of up to 40 people, including a tasting of 4 wines conducted by the vineyard owner. If you're really organised, you can rent out their hillside wooden chateau with its large gazebo, and explore the surrounding countryside at your leisure.

Dąbrówka Winery

Dąbrówka Szczepanowska 108
(+48) 534 030 430 | winnicadabrowka.pl

Started in 2010, this family winery has been racking up awards and diplomas ever since. Located just 12km from Tarnów, Dąbrówka Winery occupies south-facing slopes that feature outstanding panoramic views directly over the Dunajec River Valley and the Tatra Mountains in the distance. With its amazing location, availability and offer for tourists - which includes two accommodation in a wooden cottage, two grill gazebos and a fishing pond - Dąbrówka Winery won an award in 2019 as a 'Tourist Treasure of Małopolska.' The winery produces red, white and pink vintages, with perhaps the most popular being their red Regent and white Solaris wines. Tours and tastings (including regional ham, cheese, and jam) are available, but for English you'd be best served by calling ahead (German also available in advance).