The number of nights spent in tourist accommodation rose by 7% in Poland, second only to Malta’s 9.9%.
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Poland’s historic Wieliczka Salt Mine received record 1.9 million visitors in 2025
The mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has bounced back from the lull in tourism caused by the pandemic and war in Ukraine.
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Kraków unveils new dragon statues as part of proposed tourist trail
The dragon figurines are based on a citizens’ initiative inspired by Wrocław’s gnomes.
Poland sees mass tourist cancellations amid war in neighbouring Ukraine
The state tourism agency has sought to reassure international travellers that Poland remains a safe destination.
Polish resort town offers biodegradable ashtrays in “Beach Without Butts” campaign
Polish coastal resorts spend millions of zloty to clean up beaches.
Polish city launches patrol to assist and rebuke tourists
So-called City Helpers will mediate between residents, businesses and visitors.
Poland asked Czech government to prevent “abortion tourism” by Polish women
The Polish embassy wrote to the Czech health ministry.
Government pledges billion zloty support for mountain economy amid highlander unrest
Some businesses are threatening to ignore the restrictions and reopen.
Polish spa town offers all residents free Covid tests in effort to draw back tourists
The pandemic has left 90% of local businesses without work.
Krakow loses billions as tourist numbers halve in 2020 amid pandemic
The city suffered an estimated four billion zloty shortfall in revenue.
Kraków hotel offers rooms to the homeless over winter as pandemic leaves it empty
“We need to help each other in these difficult times,” says the owner.
Kraków forms partnership with Airbnb to encourage responsible tourism
It is the first such agreement in Central and Eastern Europe.
Kilometre-long queues in the Tatras as crowds descend on Polish tourist attractions
Tourists waited at least four hours to board the Kasprowy Wierch cable car.
Poland to start reopening borders “within days, maybe weeks”, says foreign minister
We are “on track” for travel to resume “before the holidays”.
