Poland holiday
Travel tips, best time to visit & highlights for your Poland holiday in Europe
Poland surprises with a fascinating mix of medieval old towns, wild nature, and vibrant nightlife – all at prices significantly below Western European levels. Krakow's old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, the High Tatras offer alpine hiking, and Gdańsk enchants with Hanseatic charm on the Baltic Sea.
Capital
Warsaw
Language
Polish
Currency
Złoty (PLN)
Time zone
UTC+1
Flight time from DE
approx. 1.5 hours
Entry requirements
EU identity card
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Which hotels in Poland are recommended?
Selected hotels and holiday accommodations in Poland — with images, reviews, and direct booking links with our partners.
Hotel Haffner
Sopot/Zoppot, Polen
Altus Palace
Wroclaw/Breslau, Polen
HAVET Resort & Spa
Dzwirzyno/Kolberger Deep, Polen
Hilton Gdańsk
Gdansk/Danzig, Polen
Hotel Polski Pod Bialym Orlem
Krakow/Krakau, Polen
Raffles Europejski Warschau
Warszawa / Warschau, Polen
Warsaw Marriott Hotel
Warszawa / Warschau, Polen
Hotel Saski Krakow, Curio Collection by Hilton
Krakow/Krakau, Polen
What are the highlights of Poland?
The best-known highlights of Poland include Krakow, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Warsaw, Gdańsk, High Tatras.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Krakow
Poland's cultural capital with the largest medieval market square in Europe, Wawel Castle, and the Jewish quarter Kazimierz.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Underground cathedral and salt lake at a depth of 135 meters – in operation since the 13th century.
Warsaw
Old town rebuilt from ruins (UNESCO), modern skyline, and the vibrant Praga district.
Gdańsk
Hanseatic brick splendor on the Motława River, amber craftsmanship, and the legendary Long Market.
High Tatras
Poland's only high mountain range with peaks over 2,500m high – alpine hiking and Zakopane as a base camp.
Hotels in Poland
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When is the best time to visit Poland?
The best time to visit Poland is May–September. In summer: 20–28°C. In winter: -5–3°C.
Recommended travel time
May–September
Summer
20–28°C
Winter
-5–3°C
How much does a holiday in Poland cost?
A holiday in Poland costs roughly 30–50€ per person per day (excluding flights) on a budget, 50–100€ mid-range and 100–200€ for luxury travel.
Average cost per person per day (excluding flight)
Budget
30–50€
Hostel, street food, public transport
Mid-range
50–100€
Hotel, restaurant, excursions
Luxury
100–200€
Boutique hotel, fine dining
How long is the flight from Germany to Poland?
From Germany you reach Poland in approx. 1.5 hours.
What travel tips are there for Poland?
Insider knowledge to make your holiday better.
Exchange Polish Złoty locally – exchange offices in the city offer better rates than airports
Milk bars (Bar Mleczny) serve traditional Polish cuisine for under 5€
Krakow and Gdańsk are most beautiful in early summer – fewer tourists, great weather
Memorial site Auschwitz must be booked online in advance
Polish beer (Żywiec, Tyskie) often costs under 2€ in restaurants
What do people eat in Poland?
Typical dishes in Poland are Pierogi, Żurek, Bigos, Placki ziemniaczane, Oscypek, Pączki.
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Which regions and places in Poland are worth visiting?
11 regions, cities and highlights in Poland
Cities
Wrocław (Breslau)
Wrocław, known in Polish as Breslau, is one of the most fascinating cities in Central Europe and surprises visitors with its diversity, vibrancy, and unique charm. The capital of …
Gdańsk
Gdańsk (Danzig) on the Polish Baltic coast is one of the most beautiful port cities in Europe and a place where history meets joy of life. The magnificent Hanseatic city was …
Kolberg
Kolberg (Polish: Kołobrzeg) is Poland's most popular Baltic Sea resort and a place of longing for German vacationers – a city that uniquely combines brine spas, a wide sandy …
Krakow
Krakow is the secret capital of Poland and one of the most beautiful cities in Europe — a metropolis that fascinatingly combines medieval splendor, Jewish history, vibrant student …
Poznan
Poznan is one of the liveliest and most underrated cities in Poland – a vibrant university metropolis in Greater Poland, known for one of the most beautiful marketplaces in …
Swinemünde
Swinemünde (Polish: Świnoujście) is Poland's westernmost Baltic Sea resort and is located in a unique geographical situation: The city spans three islands, one of which – Usedom …
Toruń
Toruń is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage site – a Gothic gem on the Vistula River, world-famous as the birthplace of Nicolaus …
Warsaw
Warsaw, Poland's capital, is a city of resilience. Destroyed by 85% during World War II, the Old Town was rebuilt so faithfully that UNESCO declared it a unique example of …
Zakopane
Zakopane is the winter capital of Poland and the heart of the High Tatras — a charming mountain resort at the foot of the highest mountains between the Alps and the Caucasus, …
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How do I plan a holiday in Poland?
Poland is one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe, offering Budget, Culture, History and much more. The best time to visit Poland is May–September, when the weather is ideal for exploration and relaxation. With a daily budget starting from 30–50€ (Budget) to 100–200€ (Luxury), Poland is suitable for various travel budgets.
From the capital Warsaw, Poland can be excellently explored. The official language is Polish, and the currency is Złoty (PLN). From Germany, you can reach Poland in approx. 1.5 hours. Whether you want to try culinary highlights like Pierogi, Żurek, Bigos, visit top attractions, or simply enjoy the atmosphere: Poland has something for every type of traveller.
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