Industrious Katowice is situated in the centre of Silesia on the banks of River Rawa. This busy city has had it fingers in many pies of industry including coal mining, steel production and zinc production and has grown from being a small village in the middle of a forest to a thriving, healthy city. This city has it all from culture and the arts, a mix of old and new architecture and a wonderfully scenic natural environment.

The best way to discover all that this region has to offer is with a rented serviced apartment or holiday letting in Katowice. This gives you the freedom to explore all the hidden treasures at your own leisure and get the very best out of your vacation.

If it’s a culture trip you are after then the ideal place to start is Katowice History Museum where you can get a true insight into the history of this fabulous region. Your next stop should be The Silesian Museum which encompasses all that is connected to this area of Poland. The exhibits are relatively modern but there is some older Polish art that is really worth a look. The International Students’ Festival of Folklore incorporates ancient dance and folkloristic music to take you on a journey of Katowice’s age old myths and legends.

Your serviced residence or apartment rental in Katowice also allows you easy access to view some of the diverse architecture of this city. The modern architecture is quite awe inspiring but tucked amongst the new builds you will find sumptuous Art Nouveau styling and St. Michel Archangel, situated in the Kosciuszko Park boasts a collection of wonderful historical wooden churches.

The natural environment of this region provides the Beskidy mountains surrounded by idyllic villages and here you can trek the mountain pathways or take a chairlift to many of the summits and enjoy the panoramic vistas of Katowice and it’s neighbouring villages below. If you venture a little further you will find the two wonderful spa towns of Wisla and Ustron which are both renowned health resorts and well worth a visit.

If you feel in need of a good Polish, slap up meal after your busy day then the ideal restaurant that is within walking distance of your holiday accommodation or aparthotel in Katowice is Skarbek Restaurant. This fantastic restaurant serves traditional home-cooked Polish and Silesian cuisine that will leave you completely satisfied. The stuffed cabbage leaves and roasted duck are just delectable.

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home.  With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Katowice city center.

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