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Olkusz is an extremely interesting city that offers many tourist and historical attractions, and its rich past and convenient location make it an excellent travel destination as well as a great starting point.
Attractions in Olkusz:
- Underground Olkusz Museum – Take a fascinating journey into history by exploring the underground corridors connected to the former silver and lead mining. This interactive museum will take you back to the heyday of Olkusz as an important mining center.
- African Studies Museum – A unique place showcasing exhibits related to African culture and art.
- Market Square and Renaissance Townhouses - Olkusz Market Square is one of the most charming places in the city. Surrounded by historic townhouses with Renaissance elements, it offers atmospheric cafes and restaurants. It is an ideal place for a walk and relaxation.
- Basilica of St. Andrew the Apostle – A historic temple with extraordinary organs by Hans Humml, attracting lovers of music and architecture.
- Silver Trail of Olkusz Miners – Bronze statues covered with patina, located in various points in the city, remind of Olkusz’s mining history.
- Brine Graduation Tower – An ideal place for relaxation and health improvement.
Attractions around Olkusz:
- Ruins of the Castle in Rabsztyn – Picturesque remains of a fortress that beautifully fit the landscape of the Kraków-Częstochowa Jura.
- Ruins of the Castle in Ogrodzieniec – One of the biggest attractions of the Eagles' Nests Trail.
- Błędowska Desert – A unique fragment of the Polish landscape, called the Polish Sahara.
- Castle in Pieskowa Skała – A beautifully preserved castle with a rich history.
- Ojców National Park – A treasure trove of nature and culture with numerous caves, picturesque valleys, and monuments.
