Kraków has obtained the rights to the Rio coffee bar’s name and logo and is now auctioning off the lease.
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Polish cities ranked as world’s 4th and 6th most congested in 2025 traffic index
In Łódź, an average commuter loses 135 hours to rush hour traffic a year, while in Lublin the figure is 117 hours.
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Michelin awards two stars to restaurant in Poland for first time
Bottiglieria 1881 in Kraków was praised for “the artistry and layers of flavour which underpin each dish”.
Ryanair to build €134 million training centre in Kraków
Ryanair is Poland’s largest carrier by passenger numbers and accounts for 55% of traffic at Kraków’s airport.
Kraków bans alcohol sales in shops at night
Councillors in Kraków voted to ban sales between midnight and 5.30 a.m.
Government-appointed official launches legal challenge against Poland’s first clean transport zone
The provincial governor argues that the plans – in which older cars would be banned from the city of Kraków – would “interfere with constitutional rights and freedoms”.
Russians and Belarusians banned from European Games in Poland despite IOC recommendations
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recommended yesterday that Russians and Belarusians be allowed to return under a neutral flag.
Cat found living in “dragon’s cave” beneath Polish castle
Like the legendary Wawel dragon, the cat was lured out of the cave with food.
Polish cities most congested for their size in the world
Wrocław, Łódź, and Kraków have the worst city-centre congestion in the world among cities classified as “small” in the TomTom Traffic Index.
Kraków restaurant named best in Poland at World Culinary Awards
As well as offering a Florentine-style beefsteak that reflects its name, Fiorentina restaurant specialises in Polish cuisine.
Polish archbishop criticises presidential veto in Christmas sermon
A Catholic commentator pointed out that political agitation is an “unworthy use of the sacred day”.
Kraków airport opens “library” with books for passengers
The books were donated by the city’s library and nine consulates in Kraków.
Poland pays tribute to Ukraine dead and Polish war victims on All Saints’ Day
Millions of Poles visit cemeteries on All Saints’ Day to leave candles and flowers at the graves of loved ones.
First Hindu temple opens near Kraków in Poland
The temple will serve a growing Hindu community in Poland and spread knowledge about India’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
