Fête du Sacré-Cœur

📣 Conseils aux voyageurs

Poland offers a rich cultural experience with a blend of countryside scenery, vibrant urban life, and a history spanning over a thousand years.

• Most shops, museums, and offices close on public holidays.
• Pharmacies, gas stations, and some convenience stores typically remain open.
• Public transport usually operates on a reduced 'Sunday' schedule during holidays.
• Plan ahead for shopping or official business before public holidays.
• Expect potential crowds and higher prices in tourist areas during long weekends.
• Be aware that many businesses may close on the days surrounding a holiday if it falls on a Tuesday or Thursday.
• Polish culture values traditional etiquette; for example, it is polite to offer help with doors or chairs. When visiting homes, bring an odd-numbered bouquet of flowers (even numbers are for funerals) and ask before removing shoes. Respect the local language by using Polish terms rather than neighboring languages. Be mindful that many historical topics, particularly those involving WWII, the Soviet era, and regional conflicts, are deeply sensitive. Public drinking is illegal and strictly enforced; smoking is prohibited in public buildings and near bus stops. Dress conservatively when visiting places of worship.