The British recommend the Krakow festival. "The most important event of August"

Krakow doesn't need much recommendation for British tourists. The Polish city has long been a well-known destination for those seeking cheap flights. During the summer, the local market is packed with foreign revelers, and soon it will also be filled with lovers of good food. In August, the capital of Małopolska will host the annual Pierogi Festival , during which you can try the traditional dish in both classic and slightly more unusual forms. The Sun, among others, reports on this event.

The city instead of the beach and the sea

In its latest article, The Sun published a list of the nine best cities for a short break in Europe, which, although landlocked, will delight tourists with their other attractions. According to the authors of the ranking, just two days is enough to visit each of them. Among the suggestions are slightly cooler destinations, which perfectly fit the latest "coolcation" trend , which involves consciously escaping the summer heat in Greece, Turkey, or Italy. The British daily recommends Copenhagen, Dublin, Oslo, Stockholm, and Reykjavik, among others. It also includes the long-loved Krakow.

Pierogi Festival in Krakow 2025

This time, Krakow wasn't praised for its monuments or low prices. The main reason tourists from the British Isles should choose this city is the Pierogi Festival. The Sun calls it "the highlight of August."

The feast will begin in Krakow's Market Square on Wednesday, August 13th, and will last until Sunday. "Join the celebration and be ready to loosen your belt a few notches – the filling possibilities are endless," we read. During the festival, you can try more than just classic Russian or meat pierogi. As Gazeta Krakowska reported last year, less obvious flavors were also available at the stands – Asian-style crocodile pierogi, Ojców trout pierogi, kimchi, and even hemp pierogi.