Zabrze: A Bustling City of Coal Mines and Productivity
Tucked away in the heart of the country is the active town of Zabrze, Poland. It belongs to the region of Silesia and sits in the Silesian Upland, close to the river of Bytomka. Being a populous town, the primary source of living in the city is the manufacturing centers, which include oil, glass, chemical, and coal-mines. There is also a brewery in the area that has been founded in the town back in 1860.
Best Time to Visit
The five-say Tango Festival held in Zabrze every May sure attracts plenty of tourists and dance enthusiasts. The increase in tourist population during this time of year may also be accounted to the comfortable weather and warm temperatures during the summer season. That said, the majority of Zabrze, Poland hotels are packed and expensive come the month of March to August.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Zabrze is home to the renowned Guido Mine and Coal Mining Museum, which was established back in the mid-1800s but is now a historical museum of cultural heritage in the country. After exploring the museum, you can drive to the nearby Gliwice Castle before capping your day with a sumptuous meal from the on-site restaurant of Park Hotel Diament Zabrze/Gliwice. The four-star hotel features not only spacious guestrooms but also airport shuttles, in-house breakfast options, and a fitness center. The mining museum is also just a three-minute walk away. If you prefer somewhere near the castle, the Hotel Malinowski Economy is located within a half-hour walk only. The iBis Katowice Zabrze has a restaurant, a bar/lounge, is pet-friendly and affordable.