Assumption Day

📣 Traveler notes

Poland combines historical depth, vibrant cities, and rural landscapes, maintaining a culture deeply rooted in its turbulent history and religious traditions.

• Expect most service, retail, museums, and government offices to close on public holidays.
• Pharmacies, restaurants, and some convenience stores typically remain open.
• Public transportation usually operates on a reduced schedule, similar to a 'Sunday schedule'.
• Be aware that prices and accommodation can rise significantly during long weekends.
• While legally secular, Poland maintains a high degree of religious influence, particularly Roman Catholicism.
• Closures sometimes extend to adjacent days if a holiday falls on a Tuesday or Thursday.
• In private homes, ask if you should remove shoes. Handshakes are acceptable for greetings, though avoid shaking hands with gloves. Dress conservatively in religious settings. Use Polish greetings and refer to the region as Central Europe.