The next time change in Poland: October 25, 2026 The change to summertime in Poland occurs on the last Sunday of March. Poland switches back to regular time on the last Sunday of October. On Sunday night, October 25, at 03:00 am, clocks are turned backward 1 hour to 02:00 am. This means that we…
Polish school holidays: the first day of school in Poland and the last day of school in Poland The school year in Poland is divided into two terms: the first/winter term (pierwszy semestr) and the second/summer term (drugi semestr). While the first and last school days are the same for Poland, the winter break (ferie…
Things to do in the city of Kraków (Cracow) with kids Why Krakow is worth visiting Kraków (in English Krakow or Cracow) is located in southern Poland, the second-largest city in Poland (after Warsaw). The former capital of Poland and the seat of Polish kings. On one hand, it’s small enough that you don’t feel…
Poland in October: tips for making the most of your autumn in Poland The cover photo features autumn in the city of Gdańsk Weather in Poland in October The weather in Poland in October differs each year and is difficult to predict – one day, you can enjoy sunny weather, and the other is cold…
Smog in Poland: Why is snow no longer a symbol of winter in Poland, and why has it given way to smog? When the temperature in Poland drops in autumn and winter, the air quality deteriorates. The heating season opens the season for smog in Polish towns and villages. Air pollution is a growing problem…
Beautiful places in Poland to see fall colors: our picks for the most spectacular fall foliage spots in Poland Autumn trees in Poland are full of vibrant colors of orange, yellow, brown, and red. This time in Poland is called poetically ‘Golden Polish Autumn’ (Złota Polska Jesień). Make use of every moment of good weather for a walk and visit a park…
Best castles in Poland to add to your Polish travel bucket list Visiting castles is like diving into Polish history – return to the past of kings, wars, alliances. They are the perfect background for photos and souvenirs from travels around Poland, but they can also be a living history lesson. Here fantasy novels get real, often taking us…
Autumn in Poland: time change, two public holidays, observances, celebrations Trade ban Sundays in Poland in autumn 2026 In autumn 2026, there is no shopping Sunday in Poland. The next shopping Sunday will be on December 6, 2026. Click here to read our post about shopping Sundays in Poland. Read our post with the list of online…
9 botanical gardens in Poland: Kraków, Wrocław, Poznań, Gdańsk, Warsaw, Katowice, Łódź Where to see nature’s blooming beauty in Poland? Where to immerse yourself in nature – admiring the intense colors and smells of plants? Poland has many wonderful parks and botanical gardens are the largest and most diverse oases of nature. Universities and scientific research…
The city of Gdańsk: over 1000 years of tradition, one of the largest ports on the Baltic Sea, amber, architectural gems, beaches For those planning a winter visit to Gdańsk, the Christmas market in Gdańsk Outdoor Christmas Market in Gdańsk Location: Targ Węglowy / Coal Market. Fair of Christmas gifts, crafts, decorations, food, a carousel, Santa, Snow Queen.…