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Horseback riding vacations in
Poland
Horseback vacations in Poland are a chance to indulge in the charms of this iconic country. Whether you are drawn to Poland's rich history and integrity, astounding architecture, mouth-watering cuisine, or isolated wilderness, Poland offers every kind of escape. Hidden Trails bring together some of Poland’s most breathtaking horse riding holidays, covering some of the most beautiful locations.
Horse Riding in Poland
Horseback riding has long-standing traditions embedded deep within Poland's history. Horses were first used in Poland in the military in the 1700s. When the wars ended, they proved beneficial for agricultural production. Today, their use has expanded to leisure riding and even skijoring! Poland's equestrian industry has expanded to host many riding clubs, stables, and trails. Riding on horseback allows you to explore the most rural areas of Poland and really experience their way of life. Poland offers a diversity of landscapes to explore on horseback: from lush meadows with delicate flowers to expansive mountains.
Our Bieszczady Mountains Ride takes you around the south of Poland through untouched wilderness spotted with small villages. This trip is perfect for the minimalistic nature-lover. Nights in various farmhouses and lodges with the locals, fine Polish cuisine, and expert guides to take you through this wondrous landscape- this trip is sure create lasting memories!
Poland Climate & Weather
Poland's climate can be described as a temperate climate with relatively cold winters and warm summers, which is greatly influenced by oceanic air currents from the west, cold polar air from Scandinavia and Russia, as well as warmer, sub-tropical air from the south.
In winter, polar-continental fronts often dominate, bringing cold, frosty weather with temperatures far below zero an sometimes heavy snowfall. The late summer and autumn months are often influenced by dry, sub-tropical, continental air mass that bring plenty of warm days. The average air temperatures amount to 6 - 8.5°C for a year, the annual rainfall is 500 - 700 mm, of which snow constitutes only 5 - 20%.
The greatest amount of sunshine in summer is to be found on the Baltic coast, whilst in winter in the Carpathian Mountains. In the mountains, at any time of year, the climate is dependent on the altitude. In Warsaw, temperatures range from between 20 to 25°C during the summer months and 0 to -5°C in winter. |
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Holidays on horseback in Poland
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Poland
Travel restrictions
Poland has restricted entry to all foreigners at all external borders (land, air, and sea), except for travelers who are citizens or legal residents of European Union countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Georgia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Thailand, South Korea, Tunisia, and Australia, and their spouses and children as well as a few limited exceptions.
All travelers who are permitted to enter Poland, with few exceptions, must undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine at their place of stay in Poland.
Measures taken by the government
Starting April 16th, face coverings or masks covering the mouth and nose will be required in public places.
As of August 3rd, police are conducting random compliance checks in shops and other public, indoor spaces to ensure that people are wearing face coverings. People not following face covering requirements may be fined.
On August 8th, the government of Poland will reintroduce more stringent public health restrictions in 19 counties with elevated COVID-19 case numbers.
Most businesses and public places are open, but with social distancing and face covering requirements.
The Polish government has designated certain areas with higher levels of COVID-19 infection as “red” and “yellow” zones, which have more stringent public health restrictions.
Since October 10th, all of Poland is considered at least a “yellow” zone.
Beginning October 24th, all of Poland will be considered a “red” zone.
Individuals who present possible symptoms of COVID-19 may be required to undergo testing and quarantine. Individuals who are exposed to a COVID-19 positive person may be required to quarantine for a minimum of 10 days.
Beginning November 28th, all stores in shopping malls will be open, but with strict sanitary standards in place.
The following restrictions will be in place until at least December 28th:
- Private meetings and gatherings, including festive events, are limited to one household and up to five outside guests.
- Business and professional meetings are limited to five people, not counting the person who is organizing the event.
On December 17th, the Polish authorities announced new restrictions that will start on December 28th and continue at least through January 17th. The new restrictions will include:
- Hotels will be available only to uniformed services, medical staff, and patients of specialized hospitals.
- Ski resorts will be closed.
- Shopping malls will be closed, except for grocery stores, pharmacies, book and newspaper stores, and large furniture stores.
- All people entering Poland by commercial transport will have to undergo a 10-day quarantine.
- Sports facilities will be available only for professional sports.
The following restrictions already in place will continue:
- Face coverings must be worn in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, except for parks, forests, and beaches.
- Restaurants and bars are closed for in-person dining, with delivery and take-away service only.
- Cultural institutions, including movie theaters, museums, theaters, and galleries are closed.
- Gyms, swimming pools, and health spas are closed.
- Hotels are limited to visitors on official trips or business travel.
- Grocery stores, pharmacies, and post offices are open for seniors only (people age 60+) between the hours of 10:00 AM and Noon, Monday through Friday.
- Only 50% of seats or 30% of all space may be used on public transport.
- Weddings and other large gatherings are not permitted.
- Up to five people who do not live together are permitted at public gatherings.
- On schooldays between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, children under the age of 16 may not leave home without an accompanying adult.
- Only five people per cashier are allowed in stores of up to 100 square meters. In stores over 100 square meters, one person is allowed for every 15 square meters.
- Only one person per 15 square meters is allowed in churches.
- Seniors, especially people over age 70, are advised to limit their movements in public spaces, apart from their professional activities, fulfilling daily needs, or attending religious services.
For more information about the restrictions, please visit: https://www.gov.pl/web/coronavirus/temporary-limitations
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
The Polish government has set up a national informational hotline for COVID-19 health-related inquiries. To reach this hotline, dial +48 800 190 590 and press 6 for an English-speaking operator.
Source:
US Embassy in Poland https://pl.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Published on January 13th (checked on January 13th)
For more information please visit our COVID-19 Updates page at https://www.hiddentrails.com/article/covid19update.aspx
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