Castles and palaces, museums and charming old town squares, mountain peaks, among which there are even… volcanoes. Lower Silesia is undoubtedly a region exceptionally rich in places that are attractive to tourists who love history, nature and active recreation.

— Recent years have seen the intensive development of tourism in Lower Silesia and the search for new ways to use its tourism potential. Some attractions have long been popular destinations, while others are being rediscovered — says Paweł Gancarz, Marshal of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship.

During the winter holidays, tourist traffic is concentrated around the resort towns located in Karkonosze and Kłodzko counties. However, these are not the only areas where students and parents on holiday can spend their winter break. It is therefore worth planning day trips, even when our permanent holiday base is in one location.

When visiting Lower Silesia, it is impossible to skip Wrocław. In the region’s capital, tourists can enjoy a lively market square with charming townhouses and a Late Gothic town hall. Ostrów Tumski, the oldest part of the city, delights visitors with its historic atmosphere and the majestic Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Art lovers should not miss the Panorama Racławicka, while science enthusiasts should visit the Hydropolis water knowledge centre.

It is also worth visiting Legnica, home to one of the oldest Piast castles in Poland, as well as Świdnica and Jawor, with their Churches of Peace listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites — however, at present, only the site in Świdnica is open to all visitors.

In Ząbkowice Śląskie, tourists can see the surprising Leaning Tower, whose inclination is greater than that of its counterpart in Pisa, Italy. In Wałbrzych, located in the West Sudetes Foothills, visitors are captivated by Książ Castle, with its fairytale architecture and history full of fascinating mysteries, as well as the Old Mine — one of the most interesting museums in Lower Silesia.

– We encourage people to visit Kłodzko Land, which suffered greatly as a result of last year’s flood. All local attractions are already operating normally, so it is worth visiting the area — points out Michał Rado, Deputy Marshal of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship.

In Kłodzko, tourists can visit an impressive fortress and the one-of-a-kind Underground Tourist Route. Jelenia Góra, meanwhile, offers relaxation at the Cieplice Baths, from which visitors can admire a panorama of the Karkonosze Mountains and their highest peak, Śnieżka.

Anyone who cannot imagine a trip without buying souvenirs will certainly find many interesting options in Bolesławiec. Since the 14th century, the town has been known for producing distinctively decorated ceramics, whose history can be learned about at the local museum.

Visiting Lower Silesia’s attractions is made easier by the local railway network, which has been developing rapidly in recent years.

— Efficient transport is one of the foundations of our region’s development. That is why we continue to invest in infrastructure and rolling stock. We are revitalising further connections, making Lower Silesia’s treasures more easily and quickly accessible to both residents and tourists, who visit us especially during periods such as the winter holidays — concludes Damian Stawikowski, president of Koleje Dolnośląskie.

Regardless of whether we are visiting Lower Silesia for a day, a weekend or longer, it is worth travelling by Koleje Dolnośląskie trains. You can travel throughout the region for as little as PLN 59 per person for the entire weekend — from 6 p.m. on Friday until 6 a.m. on Monday. One ticket provides unlimited opportunities to visit many corners of this beautiful region, as Koleje Dolnośląskie trains reach towns located along nearly 1,500 kilometres of railway network.