Dabrowa Gornicza - the most popular tourist attractions | PolishTrains

At a glance

• Around 100 Intercity and Silesian Railway trains arrive at Dąbrowa Górnicza station daily
• Direct trains from Warsaw Eastern station reach Dąbrowa Górnicza without any changes
• Pogoria III lake is approximately 2.5 km from the station, about 30 minutes on foot
• Muzeum Sztygarka is free on Wednesdays and closed on Mondays; mine replica visits require booking
• The Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels and Sztygarka Museum are within walking distance of the station
• Nemo – Świat Rozrywki and Kreo are popular indoor attraction centres for families

In a city like Dąbrowa Górnicza, attractions are waiting at every turn! It is worth taking a trip to see for yourself. Thanks to convenient train connections, getting here by train is no problem at all, and in itself can be an interesting adventure for the whole family.

Around 100 Intercity and Silesian Railway trains arrive at Dąbrowa Górnicza railway station every day. Here is a list of stations from which you will get to this city without changing trains:

• Białystok

• Bielsko-Biała Główna

• Bohumin

• Częstochowa

• Dąbrowa Górnicza Ząbkowice

• Gdynia Główna

• Gliwice

• Katowice

• Kielce Główny

• Lublin Główny

• Olsztyn Główny

• Płock

• Racibórz

• Szczecin Główny

• Eastern Warsaw

• Wisła Głębce

• Zakopane

• Zawiercie

• Zebrzydowice

• Zwardoń

You can buy tickets for each of the connections via the PolishTrains service both on the website and using the mobile app. Simply select the timetable and enter the departure and destination stations.

Dąbrowa Górnicza has a wide range of attractions to offer to suit different tastes and interests. Let's take a look at the important places in this Silesian city and its immediate surroundings, dividing them into those ideal for lovers of outdoor recreation and those who prefer to explore historical and cultural routes.

For nature lovers

What interesting things await in Dąbrowa Górnicza for indefatigable explorers of the natural world and for those who combine a successful holiday with physical activity?

Pogoria Lakes

Pogoria (reservoirs designated as Pogoria I, II, III, IV) are a paradise for lovers of relaxation by thewater. The water complex guarantees ideal conditions for swimming, sailing and water sports.

Lake Pogoria III is about 2.5 km from the railway station. You can walk this distance in about half an hour or use public transport (e.g. buses 604 and 716 run from the station).

The springs in Strzemieszyce Wielkie

Strzemieszyce Wielkie is a district of Dąbrowa Górnicza. The attraction here is Wywierzyska - charming karst springs creating a unique water landscape. The place delights with its clear, crystalline water and lush vegetation - it creates a peaceful corner just in time for a calming walk.

How to get here? Just take the M109 bus at the Dąbrowa Górnicza Centrum station to reach the site after about 42 minutes. In Strzemieszyce Wielkie it is worth taking the opportunity to visit Srocza Góra (you can get there by bus on the same line - you have to go back four stops), which is a picturesque hill offering beautiful views and is a popular place for walks.

Antoniów marshes

Themarshes in the Dąbrowa Górnicza district of Antoniów are another extremely picturesque area near the city, about 40 minutes away by bus line 656. The place attracts lovers of flora and fauna in their natural form - you can admire rare species of plants, birds and other animals that have found their natural habitat there.

Are the attractions of Dąbrowa Górnicza also something for lovers of history and culture? Absolutely. Below you will find some examples of places that are worth visiting during your stay in this city.

Basilica of the Virgin Mary of the Angels in Dąbrowa Górnicza

The neo-Gothic church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Angels is one of the most important monuments in Dąbrowa Górnicza and the first Polish sanctuary with the title of basilica minor. Here the Virgin Mary of the Angels is venerated in the form of a statue famous for her graces, carved in cedar wood by Balthasar J. Proszowski. A painting of the 'Queen of Angels' can also be admired in the sanctuary.

The Basilica of the Virgin Mary of the Angels in Dąbrowa Górnicza is only one kilometre from the railway station (address: 17 Królowej Jadwigi Street).

Sanctuary of St Anthony of Padua.

The Sanctuary of St Anthony of Padua is an important place of religious worship in Dąbrowa Górnicza. Built in the neo-Gothic style, it is characterised by soaring towers and a richly decorated interior. Crowds of worshippers regularly flock to the temple at 2 Wiktora Gomulickiego Street to see the numerous works of sacred art and to pay homage to the relics of St Anthony.

Sztygarka City Museum

What attractions does Dąbrowa Górnicza offer for history fans? The Sztygarka City Museum, located at 69 Legionów Polskich St., is a cultural institution presenting the history and heritage of Dąbrowa Górnicza and the entire Zagłębie Dąbrowskie region. Visitors can see exhibitions on mining, ethnography, palaeontology and the history of the city. A special attraction is the possibility of visiting a replica of a mine, which brings the realities of the miners' work closer. The museum also organises temporary exhibitions, educational workshops and cultural events.

Sztygarka City Museum - opening hours:

• Monday - closed

• Tuesday - 09:00 am - 3:00 pm

• Wednesday - 09:00 am - 3:00 pm

• 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month - 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

• 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month - 09:00 - 15:00

• Friday - 09:00 am - 3:00 pm

• Saturday - 09:00 am - 3:00 pm

• Sunday - 11:45 am - 4:00 pm

Price list for museum tickets:

• normal ticket - 12 PLN

• reduced ticket - 6 PLN

• guide fee - 150 PLN

• on Wednesdays admission is free

Attractions in Dąbrowa Górnicza are prepared not only for adults, but also for the youngest. Does your child love active outdoor play and discovering fascinating secrets of nature? Or do you want to send them to creative activities to develop their imagination? You are sure to find something special in this city. Here are some suggestions:

Summer and Water Sports Centre in the Green Park

When it comes to attractions for children, Dąbrowa Górnicza encourages visits especially during the summer holidays. After all, the Green Park is home to the Summer and Water Sports Centre, which offers a wide range of activities. Available here are:

• water equipment rental,

• playgrounds,

• beach volleyball courts,

• scenic cycling and walking paths.

Surrounded by green areas, the park provides a great environment for fun and relaxation for the whole family. The centre is only 2.5 km from the train station, making it easy to get to and plan your day.

Nemo - Entertainment World

Nemo - World of Entertainment is a modern recreational complex at Aleja Róż 1 (in Haller Park), providing plenty of water attractions for the little ones. Children can enjoy:

• recreational pools,

• water slides,

• paddling pools,

• water play area.

The facility also has a wellness area, so it is ideal for the whole family.

• The leisure pool is open daily from 9:00 to 20:45.

• The sauna area is open Monday to Friday from 15:00-22:00, Saturday 10:00-22:00 and Sundays and public holidays 9:00-21:00.

• The salt grotto is open daily from: 9:00 - 19:00.

Kreo creative educational space

Kreo is a creative educational space in Dąbrowa Górnicza. Here children can develop their interests during interactive workshops in science, art and technology. This place stimulates the imagination and teaches through experience! Located at 19 Cieplaka Street, it is open from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

What does Dąbrowa Górnicza have to offer? Attractions for children and adults that can really satisfy any tourist! These include beautiful recreational areas, places ideal for exploring wildlife, industrial monuments and a rich cultural offer. If you want to get to know Poland better, plan your trip today, book a seat on the train with the help of PolishTrains and hop on the train!

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