Overtourism hits Poland: Kraków, Zakopane and Wrocław grapple with tourist crowds

Tourist arrivals in Poland are growing rapidly, with Kraków, Zakopane and Wrocław already feeling the strain of overtourism. While the influx boosts local economies, it poses serious challenges around infrastructure, residents' quality of life and sustainable development. Polish city authorities are looking for ways to balance growing visitor numbers with the needs of permanent residents.