Timeline
06:54
Manggha Centre of Japanese Art & Technology
Start at the Manggha Centre of Japanese Art & Technology. The building faces Wawel across the river and offers a striking contemporary contrast to the ancient mound you are heading toward.
06:54
Walk 39 minutes southeast to Krakus Mound. Arrive just before sunrise to secure a good spot on the artificial hill. The sun will rise toward the WSW, illuminating the old city.
07:33
Watch the sunrise. The golden light begins around 15:11 in the afternoon for this specific fact date, but for the sunrise event at 07:33, enjoy the early morning glow over the landscape.
08:03
Walk 8 minutes to Gorąco polecam for breakfast. This patisserie opens at 07:00 on weekdays, making it the perfect spot for a warm drink and fresh pastry immediately after your morning walk.
Local tip
Krakus Mound is a popular spot for early risers. Arriving 39 minutes before sunrise ensures you have space and avoid the larger crowds that gather for the full event.
Check before you go
- Gorąco polecam is open Mo-Fr 07:00-19:00.
- Manggha Centre is open Tu-Su 10:00-18:00, so you will be leaving before it opens.
Worth knowing
- Gorąco polecam is open at 08:03 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Kraków (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).