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Wiewiórski Law Firm, established in 2004, specialises in providing services to foreign investors. Our clients – including, among others, many companies [vrotswav] from the group of the ten largest investors in Wrocław Agglomeration – employ over 10 000 people in the Region and represent almost all the Wrocław business sectors present in Lower Silesia – from R&D to the machinery production. We offer our clients comprehensive legal assistance in conducting business. Due to our contacts with the owners, managers, employees of companies and their families we are also aware of the problems of private nature they encounter on a daily basis when living in . The solutions to some of them are presented below:

Obligation for foreigners to register as a resident – Mandatory vaccinations – does the Polish manda- “registration for residential purposes” tory vaccination schedule apply to the children of foreigners? A foreigner staying on the territory of the Republic of Poland must meet the obligation of registration for Persons staying on the territory of the Republic of residential purposes. This means that a foreigner is Poland for a period shorter than three months are required to declare the place of permanent or tem- relieved from the obligation to receive mandatory porary residence (where period of residence is up to protective vaccinations, with the exception of post- 3 months and over 3 months) in the relevant commu- -exposure vaccinations. After three months such per- If this is your first visit to Wroclaw, you are in for a pleasant surprise. The meeting place of people, cultures and ne office. sons are required to receive mandatory protective religions, today is a vibrant and colorful spot, constantly developing. I am convinced that Wroclaw will prove to vaccinations in accordance with the same principles be not only a good place for you to work, but also a great place to live. A foreigner who is a citizen of a European Union Mem- as Polish citizens (the vaccinations are free of charge). ber State, a citizen of a member state of the European Whether you are making wrought by the Second end excursions or longer Free Trade Association (EFTA) – a party to the Euro- By 31 October each year a Protective Vaccination the move to Wroclaw to World War, Wroclaw was vacations. pean Economic Area agreement, or a citizen of the Programme (PVP) for the following year is announ- join your company or to entirely resettled by Po- So welcome to Wroclaw. Swiss Confederation staying on the territory of the ced to the public with detailed instructions regarding accompany a spouse or les, who in a pioneering We hope that you too will Republic of Poland is obliged to register as a resident the application of each vaccine arising from the then partner, getting your be- spirit began raising the soon be calling it home. in the place of permanent or temporary residence, in current epidemiological situation. arings in a new place can city from wartime de- the case of a period of residence exceeding 3 months, be a daunting task. This struction and making it not later than on the 30th day counting from the day PVP specifies the list of mandatory (free) and recom- publication aims to help their new home. So in ef- of arriving at that place. mended (paid for) vaccinations for defined categories expats and their families fect, everyone is a newco- of people. to become oriented quic- mer to Wroclaw. A foreigner who is not a citizen of the above countries kly in Wroclaw so they can and stays on the territory of the Republic of Poland is settle down and enjoy life This unique heritage obliged to register as a resident in the place of perma- in this intriguing and fun explains in part why nent or temporary residence not later than on the 4th metropolis on the Odra Wroclaw is a particularly day counting from the day of arriving at that place, River. friendly and accessible unless his/her stay on the territory of the Republic of city. The superior quali- Poland does not last more than 14 days. Wroclaw is full of young ty of life is enhanced by Contact: people. As a university Wroclaw’s location on A foreigner who leaves the place of permanent or Marek Maciej Wiewiórski – Managing Partner town, it is home to more verdant islands that are temporary residence is obliged to cancel the registra- Lelewela 8 than 145,000 students connected by almost tion not later than on the day of leaving that place. 53-505 Wrocław that are enrolled in 30 200 bridges. The city’s However, if the period of temporary residence is equ- tel. 0048 71 77 63 630 higher education institu- busy calendar of cultural al to the period declared at registration, the person fax: 0048 71 77 63 631 tions. Though, Wroclaw’s events offers something leaving the place of such residence is relieved from [email protected] youth and dynamism can for everyone year round. the obligation to cancel the registration. www.wiewiorski.pl also be attributed to its The natural beauty of the history. In the aftermath surrounding countryside Rafał Dutkiewicz of the devastation and also makes Wroclaw an Mayor of Wroclaw shifting national borders ideal gateway for week- 4 5 Check out these places Top tourist attractions in Wroclaw

Market Square (Rynek) ditional attraction is the adjacent largest Multimedia Fountain in Poland The Market Square pulses with life and one of the largest in Europe. It covers the surface of nearly 1 hectare, day or night. The Old Town Hall and 800 lights and 300 water jets have been arranged in its bed. The water (Ratusz) is one of the most impor- show is synchronized with music, which creates amazing artistic impres- tant historic monuments in Poland. sions. Just a few steps further away is yet another breathtaking tourist at- A pearl of gothic and renaissance traction – the Japanese Garden. And all this is within the grounds of one of architecture, the building is rich the oldest municipal parks in Europe – – the area of 100 in beautifully carved stone details ha. Yet one more attraction must be visited while in this part of the city: and boasts a striking astronomical Wroclaw ZOO. It is the oldest zoological garden in Poland and one of the clock. Many of the colorful buil- oldest in Europe. The area of 33 ha is filled with attractive, thematic expo- dings on the Market Square have sitions of fauna from various continents (the Madagascar pavilion, Sahara, retained their historic names: Un- brown bear enclosure, pavilion for rhinos). Most recent project that is still der the Seven Electors, Under the under construction covers the complex of enclosures presenting various Golden Sun, Under the Golden ecosystems directly connected by a water environment of Africa – “Africa- Dog and the Hansel and Gretel rium – life-giving waters of Africa”. houses.

The Quarter of Four Denominations also known as the Four Temples Eastern Orthodox church stand (Dzielnica Czterech Wyznań) Neighbourhood or the Site of near each other and cooperate To actually “feel and see” some Mutual Respect. It is an area wi- closely, developing a special “four aspects of the multiculturalism of thin the Old Town district, where temples cultural path”. Wroclaw it is essential to visit the a Synagogue, a Lutheran Church, Quarter of Four Denominations, a Roman Catholic Church and an

Main railway station (Wrocław Główny) The first building of the Main Railway Station in Wroclaw was constructed in 1841-42 in the classical style. Due to the increasing number of passen- gers in 1855-57 a completely new project by Wilhelm Grapow in neo-Go- thic style was realized. Damaged in 1945 and reconstructed in 1949 it is a Cathedral Island (Ostrów Tumski) versary of the pivotal moment of monumental building with beautiful platform hall and amazing ticket hall Cathedral Island is the oldest part the Kościuszki Insurrection, the dating back to 1899-1904. During 2010-2012 general renovation and re- of Wroclaw. Picturesquely situated Panorama today attracts some construction works were carried out making the Main Railway Station in along the Odra River, this former 1,600 visitors on a daily basis. The Wroclaw the most representative building of this type in Poland. stronghold today offers a feast to work measures 120 x 15 meters, the eye and senses. Don’t miss the and is displayed in a specially-con- Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, structed rotunda. the spiritual center of Wroclaw. Also take a stroll through the love- ly Botanic Garden. Established in in Szczytnicki Park 1811 as a research institute of the Designed by Max Berg, construc- University of Wroclaw, the Garden ted for the World Expo in 1913, showcases plant collections bro- it is one of the top masterpieces ught to Wroclaw from natural ha- of the 20th century architecture. bitats around the world. Its characteristic Pergola, a 640 meter-long structure built in the Panorama of The Battle of Racławice shape of a semi-ellipse, is an inte- (Panorama Racławicka) gral part of the Centennial Hall’s For a fascinating view of 19th Exhibition Grounds. The Hall’s in- century mass media, visit the Ra- scription on UNESCO World He- cławice Panorama, a monumental ritage List in 2006 emphasizes the painting that depicts the Battle of importance of this facility. Today Racławice of April 4, 1794. Painted it belongs to the complex of the to commemorate the 100th anni- Wroclaw Congress Center. An ad- 6 7

At a Glance Getting There

The 17th century poet Nicolaus Henelius called Wroc- Loire Valley thanks to the number of hundred year old law the “Flower of Europe”, the famous historian Nor- castles located here, not to mention health resorts, List of direct connections to Wroclaw: man Davies calls it “a Microcosm of Central Europe”, it closed down mines and underground factories. Busy is nationally acknowledged as the Polish Venice, some nightlife, festivals and tourist attractions such as the others define it as Poland’s cultural epicentre as well UNESCO listed Centennial Hall make Wroclaw an exci- Destination Flights per week as the world capital of avant-garde theatre thanks to ting hot spot. Alicante* 2 Jerzy Grotowski’s Laboratory Theatre... Barcelona Girona* 2 Wroclaw, the capital city of Lower Silesia, is located in Basic facts about Wroclaw: Bologna 2 the southwestern part of Poland near Germany and FF Population: well over 650,000 Czech Republic, on the banks of the Odra River. It is FF Lower Silesia, one of Poland’s 16 regions, is inhabited Bournemouth* 2 the fourth largest Polish city, with one of the most hi- by almost 3 million people (almost 8% of Poland’s po- Bristol 2 ghest youth population in Poland and was historically pulation) Brussels Charleroi 2 a place of coexisting nationalities and cultures. FF Approx. 145,000 students enrolled in 30 higher edu- Copenhagen 18 Between 2006 and 2010 Wroclaw had the fastest pace cation institutions of economic progress in Poland and invested EUR 2.5 FF Hosted games for the 2012 Euro Cup Cork 2 billion on infrastructure, sport venues and cultural FF Wroclaw awarded the European Capital of Culture Chania (Crete)* 2 events. It ranks one of the most attractive place for ca- title in 2016: increases people’s access to culture Doncaster Sheffield 4 reer development. FF 1,5 h flight to some of the main capitals in Europe Dortmund 2 Apart from Wroclaw’s reputation as business leader FF 34th largest EU city when it comes to population Situated in the geographic center of Europe, Wroclaw in this part of Europe – 5 thousand new job places in FF 25 islands and almost 200 bridges Dublin 8 is easy to reach by air, road and rail. The city is three ho- 2012 alone – the city and its surroundings are also a FF Over 150 boot-sized dwarfs scattered throughout Düsseldorf 6 urs by car from Berlin and Prague and five from War- world-class tourism destination: Wroclaw’s Old Town the city! East Midlands 4 saw. Five European capitals are within 400 kilometers boasts the second largest medieval market square of the metropolis. in Europe, the region is often compared to the French Eindhoven 4 Frankfurt 20 Wroclaw Copernicus Airport (IATA: WRO), with its Gdańsk 8 modern terminal opened in 2012, is located ten kilo- meters from the historic centre of the city. Like other Glasgow Prestwick 3 regional airports in Poland, Copernicus has grown si- Liverpool 3 gnificantly over last years and continues to expand its Legend: London Luton 5 services for international business travelers and touri- sts. In 2012, the airport served 2 million passengers, 350 km to Wrocław London Stansted 8 and this number is constantly increasing. Malaga* 2 1.5 h to Wrocław by air Malmö 2 Wroclaw Airport connects the city with major Europe- Malta* 2 an transfer hubs (Frankfurt, Munich, Warsaw, Copen- hagen) and with many other places in whole Europe. Milan Bergamo 2 Munich 27 Oslo Rygge 4 Oslo Torp 4 Paris Beauvais 2 Rome Ciampino* 4 Shannon 2 Venice Treviso* 2 Warsaw 44

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Transport

Regular city transport operates from around 5 a.m. and Finding the best route has just gotten easier with the continues until 11 p.m. Wroclaw boasts a much exten- website www.jakdojade.pl, available also in English: it sive public transport system, its dense net of connec- simply consists of a city map, click where you are, whe- tions enables you to reach every district of the city. re you want to be and at what time you want to leave/ Timetables are displayed on all tram and bus stops. We arrive and it will generate the best route options for strongly recommend using trams, as they usually have you giving you the stop names, scheduled itineraries independent tracks and are not subject to traffic jams. and the expected duration of travel. Tickets can be purchased in stands/kiosks, ticket ma- The tram and bus routes are always the same price (3 chines are available both at a number of bus/tram PLN full-price single ride, 50% discount for school chil- stops and inside the vehicles (they allow only credit/ dren, students and old age passengers), they are valid debit cards). on both means of transport. For buses the first digit You need to validate your ticket just after getting on a indicates the main character of the vehicle, so then 1 tram/bus, make sure you always have a valid one and (e.g. 122) means it is a local bus, the lines starting with a valid international student ID or Euro 26 in case you 2 are night buses whereas the ones marked with num- have bought a discount ticket! bers from 300 are meant for rush hour and to deal with extra passenger load. 700 indicates a temporary line, A great addition to Wroclaw’s transport options is re- 600 and 900 usually go outside the city. Lettered lines presented by the city’s automatic bike rental system, (A, C, D, E, K, N) are express buses, they have slightly which was inaugurated during summer 2011. Over higher fares and skip some stops. 200 bikes are available to pick up and drop off across 32 stations. You need to register on the system via the company’s website www.nextbike.pl. After filling in the usual details you must then make a deposit of 1 PLN. Alternatively you can register using the terminal itself, which has instructions in English. The first twen- ty minutes are free, while taking a bike for 20 to 60 mi- nutes is just 2 PLN.

In Wroclaw you will find many taxi companies with stickers on their fleet including corporation logo, short corporation number and pricelist on passenger win- dow. Many taxi phone operators speak English so it is recommended to ask how much approximately to avoid unpleasant surprises. Rates from the airport to the center should not cost more than 35 PLN. Cars are normally marked with phone number containing five digits, like: 19XXX. To order a taxi with one click try a Wroclaw-based company’s app, more info here: www.taxi5.pl. 10 11

You Are Not Alone Costs of Living

Poles are known for their hospitality, and overall they In terms of shopping, whether you prefer making your are open to curious about newcomers. Particularly, it purchases in sleek new shopping centers and hyper- was seen and appreciated during UEFA European Fo- markets or filling your wicker baskets at a quaint mar- otball Championship, co-hosted by Poland. Increasin- ket halls or neighbourhood stores, shopping in Wroc- gly, people speak English (approx. 35% of Wroclaw’s law is a breeze. The newly built shopping complexes in inhabitants and almost 90% of Wroclaw’s students), the city center and at the edges of town provide easy along with other foreign languages, and they are willing access and variety under one roof. But small neighbo- to point the way or help in other situations. urhood businesses have not lost their appeal in Wroc- In recent years the size of the expat community in Wroc- law. Additionally, specialty stores are appearing in and law has grown significantly, largely due to the success around the city that cater to the growing international in attracting international investments to the city and community. region. Today many global companies run their opera- While rental costs in Poland tend to be higher than tions in Wroclaw, e.g. IBM, Google, HP, Dolby, Credit most expats expect, many have found that prices of Suisse, Nokia Siemens Networks, Volvo, Whirlpool. food and other leisure time activities are lower than in Here are 15 useful words and phrases to help you get started: Below is a list of the prices of individual items often thrown their home countries. Here we try to give you a sense Learning Polish Cześć! [chesht] Hi, Goodbye (like Ciao in Italian) into a weekly shopping basket (as of February 2013): of basic costs. If you are intent on learning Polish, you have a num- Taking the July 2012 Economist’s Big Mac Index as a ber of options in terms of schools and study programs. Dzień dobry [gin dobry] Good morning, Hello Item Price in PLN starting point, a Big Mac in Poland costs on average Some schools offer private tutorials, group lessons Dobry wieczór [dobry vyechohr] Good evening Coffee in a restaurant 7.00 PLN 9.1, as compared to the $4.33 you would pay in the and even courses on-line. Others include entertaining Dobranoc [dobranotz] Good night Lunch in a restaurant 30.00 United States or the €3.58 in the Euro Zone (based on extracurricular programs such as city walks in Polish February 2013 exchange rates, the price of a Big Mac Proszę [proshe] Please or you’re welcome Bus/tram – one way ticket 3.00 that aim not only to help you kick-start your practical in Poland equals $2.91 and €2.17). Polish, but also assist you in getting settled quickly in Dziękuję bardzo! [jeankooye bard-zo] Thank you very much Public transport – monthly pass 60.00 For a family of three you might expect to spend PLN the city by directing you to the best places to shop, get Jak się masz? [yak shye mash] How are you? (informal) Parking (per hour) 3.00 1,000–1,500 a month for groceries and the occasional your hair done or where to spend your free time. Some Tak/Nie [tak/nye] Yes/No Taxi (per kilometer) 3.00 meal out. even offer summer language courses for adults and camps for children. Przepraszam [psheprashaam] Excuse me/I apologize Beer (in a pub) 7.00 Nie mówię po polsku. [nye moovye po I don’t speak Polish Pizza 20.00 GETTING STARTED IN POLISH polsku] Petrol/Gas (1 liter E95) 5.30 While the language may seem difficult – especially the Poproszę piwo [poproshe peevo] I’d like a beer, please Cinema ticket 15.00 seemingly endless combinations of consonant clusters Na zdrowie! [na zdrovye] Cheers! To your health! that make pronunciation a real challenge – Poles tend Haircut 40.00 to be very receptive to foreigners who try to communi- Do zobaczenia we Wrocławiu! See you soon in Wrocław! Other costs: [dough zobaachenya ve vrotswaviyu] cate in Polish. So break the ice!

Item Price in PLN Polish for foreigners Bread (1/2 kg) 3.00 We know how to do it effectively! Milk (1 liter) 2.50 Eggs (10) 4.50

FF Professional and experienced teachers will teach Butter (0.2 kg) 4.50 you real Polish Apples (1 kg) 3.50

FF Lessons in your office, at home or in our classroom Tomatoes (1 kg) 6.50 Yoghurt (0.15 liter) 1.50

FF Polish in social life and at work – all levels Cheese (1 kg) 25.00 Chicken (1 kg) 6.00 FF No problem with pronunciation Check our Ham (1 kg) 20.00 – we know how to teach it professionalism and effectiveness Water (1.5 liter) 2.00 FF Reasonable prices Orange juice (1 liter) 4.00 Candy bar 1.50 With us you are not a stranger anymore! Contact us now and start to communicate Daily newspaper 1.50 in Polish from the very first lesson! Brand-name cigarettes 13.00

www.abpolonia.pl | [email protected] | +48 666 85 05 10 12 13 Formalities Entering Poland

As to the general rule, while holding a valid travel do- Under European law, EU citizens have a right to reside READ MORE ABOUT IT cument, citizens of European Union (EU), European in any of all member-states, so their process for tempo- Make sure you get reliable professional advice to help Economic Area (EEA) and third–party states have the rary residence is fairly straight forward and somewhat you navigate quickly through the Polish legal system as right to enter the territory of the Republic of Poland automatic. For other foreigners, the process takes it pertains to your particular situation. But if you would if they: longer and is more complicated. Most importantly, for like to read more about the rules and regulations regar- non-EU citizens in particular, you must launch the ap- ding living and working legally in Poland, check out the FF hold a valid visa or are exempted from the obligation plication process for temporary residence 45 days be- websites below: to possess a visa, or fore your right to stay in Poland expires. While the pro- FF hold a valid residence card. cedures may differ depending on the country of origin, in applying for temporary residence, be prepared to: www.udsc.gov.pl Practical information in English, French and German. There are two types of visas: 1. Schengen visa: „C” visa which is for a stay of up to 90 www.poland.gov.pl Loads of information. Click on Foreigner in Poland days per six months in Schengen area, „A” visa which is 1. Complete the temporary residence application form. The application is in three languages, but must be completed in www.paiz.gov.pl Click on the Polish Law link for information about living, working and running a business in Poland. for transit through transit area of airports located in Polish. Schengen territory. www.duw.pl The webpage of DUW. Click on English, German or French button to obtain required language version. 2. National „D” visa: Long term visa for a stay of over 2. Attach a copy of your passport or another valid travel www.msz.gov.pl/en Official Site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland. 90 and up to 365 days in Poland. Please note that the document. national visa allows to stay in other Schengen coun- 3. Attach a copy of the document confirming your place of tries for up to 90 days per six months. stay in Poland. 4. Attach a copy of the document confirming your legal All the details on what kind of visa to apply for and right to occupy the apartment or house you are living in. INFOLink what documents to submit you will find in Polish 5. Attach a confirmation that you are covered by medical Embassies or Consulates in your country. To lo- insurance. cate the nearest Polish diplomatic outpost visit: 6. Demonstrate you have enough funds to support yourself www.msz.gov.pl/en and click on Poland’s missions while in Poland (might be a credit card, a recent bank INFOLINK is a webpage, dedicated to foreigners resi- abroad. statement or an employment contract). ding in Wroclaw, one can find loads of useful informa- tion and advice on formalities to be dealt with while Every country has its rules and procedures. Here we Work Permits staying in the city as well as on various everyday-life ta- touch on the key formalities you will most likely have to Citizens of the European Union and Island, Norway, sks, procedures and activities. Additionally some sug- go through to legalize your stay in Poland. Liechtenstein and Switzerland do not need a permit gestions on possibilities of spending free time in Wroc- to work legally in Poland. However, they must secu- law and the region are presented there. INFOLINK is Residence Registration re a temporary resident permit if they intend to work an information portal, but it is also possible to meet Polish law requires that citizens and temporary resi- for more than 90 days in the country. Non-EU citizens the workers and volunteers of INFOLINK in person at dents inform the authorities of their place of stay while must receive a work permit to get a job in Poland. Work pl. Dominikanski 6, in Wroclaw and to get their assi- in Poland. While rarely checked, the piece of paper con- permits for foreigners are handled by the Department stance in filling out documents in Polish. When neces- firming your place of residence (in Polish: meldunek) is for Civic Affairs and Foreigners at DUW. The actual sary there are also legal and psychological advisors a prerequisite for completing other formalities such as application for a work permit is made by the employer. available. acquiring a temporary resident permit or a work visa. While the owner of your rented apartment or house does not need to be present for the actual registration, you will need their cooperation in order to complete the process. In particular, at the time of registration, you must present a rental contract that contains infor- mation skating the landlord’s legal basis of ownership of the house or apartment.

Residence Permits In Wroclaw, resident and work permits are handled by Department for Civic Affairs and Foreigners in the Lower Silesian Voivodship Office (Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki. Abbreviation: DUW), the representative of the central government in the region. www.infolink.wroclaw.pl How to find us! 14 15

Housing Basics

What do we do for our Members? Finding housing in any new city can be a real challenge. A rental contract must include information about IFW provides help and support for expats and new- Wroclaw is no exception. The housing market here has apartment owner, in particular, their legal basis for comers to Wroclaw and surrounding areas. IFW re- changed dramatically in recent years: new apartment ownership, such as a notary act. Once again, most presents an ideal networking place to make new inte- complexes and homes have cropped up across the city; expats recommend using a reputable real estate or resting friends and is also a great source of valuable at the same time, historic buildings are undergoing re- relocation agency to assist in not only finding the right information to facilitate access to local offices and se- novation adding diversity in terms of choice of living apartment, but also helping manage the contract pro- rvices. The IFW represents a great meeting place for options. cess. A good real estate agency will also help you avoid expats and Poles alike; we organise regular multicultu- being over-charged on rent. ral events which include cultural debates and discus- But with the boom in the real estate market, and ac- sions, cooking events, trips and excursions, language companying improvement in quality, housing prices The role of the real estate agency includes: classes, arts & crafts activities, guided walks, etc. have gone up significantly. Indeed, one thing that sur- FF Negotiating and preparing a proper rental agreement prises newcomers is that housing costs in Wroclaw can FF Preparing a hand-over report Who is IFW for? reach the level found in many West European cities – FF Photographing the apartment at the time of signing International Friends of Wroclaw (IFW) Everybody; people from different countries around the whether you`re looking to rent or buy. contract world who either live in Poland and/or are just here for FF Recording the opening balance on utility matters What is IFW? the short term, Polish nationals who would love to get a Based on experience of some foreigners living in Wroc- FF If needed, arrange for a sworn translation of rental IFW is a social organization with members from many better insight into international cultures and languages law, finding a good real estate or relocation agent may contract and assist in finding a multi-lingual lawyer different countries around the world, including of co- and who might like to share their culture with others. be the key to getting settled and feeling at home. accustomed to dealing with an international clientele. urse Poland. International Friends of Wroclaw serves FF On average the agency fee will run approximately the as an informal social club and support network for Contact details: Before meeting with real estate agent, be prepared to equivalent of one month`s rent. international families or singles living and working in +48 882 839 234 answer some basic questions: Wroclaw. It also provides a great opportunity for locals [email protected] to meet people from all around the world and discover www.ifw.org.pl 1. How large an apartment do you need? foreign cultures. ul. Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego 44a FF How many people will be living with you? Wroclaw FF How many rooms are required? Club members meet and socialise regularly in spacious premises located near the city centre. 2. What is your budget? Real Estate in Polish FF How much money can you spend on housing on a Whether surfing the Internet, scouring the newspaper monthly basis? or working with the agent, this list of key Polish words should assist you in your hunt: 3. What are your lifestyle priorities? FF Do you want to live in the center of action in the Mar- ket Square or are you looking for a quieter setting sur- Nieruchomość Real estate rounded by parks, greenery and recreation centers? Biuro nieruchomości Real estate agency FF Is it important to be within walking distance to your work? Do you need an easy access to public transport? Umowa najmu Rental contract Do you need a guarded parking facility or a private ga- Mieszkanie Apartment/flat rage? Dom House Sypialnia Bedroom When considering which neighbourhood is the best for you, it may be useful to determine first whether Salon Living room your priority is living in close proximity to work, your WC Toilet children`s school, shopping centers or recreation com- Łazienka Bathroom plexes. To help you narrow down your search, the map Kuchnia Kitchen on pages 16-17 is intended to introduce you to key city neighbourhoods where a wide choice of quality rental Piętro Floor (as in 1st, 2nd, property is available. 3rd floor) Ogród Garden Once you find an apartment you will need to negotiate Ulica Street a rental contract. According to many expats, a properly worded rental contract is key to moving forward with Dzielnica Neighbourhood/Area these apartment-related formalities, and, more impor- Czynsz Rent tantly, for registering your whereabouts for legal pur- Koszty eksploatacyjne Facility or maintenance poses and securing temporary Polish residency too. charges 16 17

Stare Miasto (Old Town) Muchobór-Maślice - the area around the stadium (Dog’s Fields) It is not only Wroclaw’s historical centre but also Muchobór is the area closest to the airport, ho- Runs from midtown Wroclaw to the far northeast its social and cultural centre. Rental property is wever the Wroclaw Motorway Bypass allows to edge of the city. The nearest shopping center and available in two areas: easily reach it from the other abovementioned the multiplex is the Korona complex at Krzywo-

FF Rynek (Market Square) – the city’s most splen- areas as well. Poorer tram and bus connections Legend: ustego street. In the area numerous supermar-

did architecture, properties usually on upper flo- when compared to the eastern half of Wroclaw. Wroclaw Stadium kets and small local stores. Convenient access ors without lifts. Housing mainly available in three-four storey by car and public transport: buses and for some Hala Stulecia • Rent prices: PLN 45-80/m2. buildings with dedicated parking spaces or un- areas by tram and train as well. Aquapark • Rent prices in new buildings: PLN 65-95/m2. derground garages. Usually furnished, average FF Large area starting from the Kromera Square FF Just-off Rynek - within a radius of a 15 minute apartments sizes range from 30-100 m2. International Airport and its surroundings and in the north-east direc-

FF walk, with most buses and trams passing through A preferred area to settle down for people lo- Railway Station tion leading outside of the city. the area it offers a richer variety of options. oking for peace and quiet . FF Nice colorful neighbourhoods, lots of green • Many new buildings with monitored FF In the vicinity the brand new stadium hosting Poznań and open spaces also by the Odra and Widawa, entrances and underground parking. Usu- matches, world-class concerts and huge cultural FF rivers, some historic, some brand new deve- ally furnished and equipped with electrical events. Warsaw lopments featuring single-family detached and equipment. FF Rent prices: PLN 30-40/m2. terrace houses. • Pre-war townhouses can vary in quali- FF Access to the city center either by bus, tram or ty. Most refurbished apartments are availa- train. ble in buildings awaiting general renovation. FF In the proximity entrance onto the Wroclaw Apartments can feature high ceilings and Motorway Bypass. very spacious rooms. Odra River FF Rent prices: PLN 30-50/m2. Szczecin 2 Zakrzów Stary • Rent prices in new buildings: PLN 35-60/m . Mirków • Rent prices of older flats: PLN 30-45/m2. Maślicka Sobieskiego Maślice

Królewiecka Kiełczowska Wrocławska Śródmieście (Midtown) Kosmonautów A mostly historic neighbourhood dominated by Krzywoustego Kiełczów Zgorzelisko old townhouses dating back to the early 20th

Lotnicza century. Pre-war apartments are large and spa-

Brücknera cious; many have undergone extensive interior Wilczyce Narodowej Zacisze modernization. Overall, the area becomes more

Żernicka Legnicka and more attractive due to several revitalization Pomorska Jedności Zalesie projects and some new investments.

Wyszyńskiego Sienkiewicza Kochanowskiego FF Historic multi-storey buildings without lifts as

Graniczna well as newly built apartment complexes of high Rynek Mickiewicza Klecińska Plac Grunwaldzki Sępolno Strzegomska K. Wielkiego standards. Olszewskiego Old Town FF Limited dedicated parking. MińskaMuchobór Piłsudskiego Biskupin Grabiszyńska FF Excellent location for easy access to Old Town. Krzemieniecka FF Public transport: buses and trams. Gajowice FF In the close proximity the Pasaż Grunwaldzki

Gajowicka Wroclaw – South Grabiszyn Powstańców Śl. Huby shopping center and the cinema complex. Hallera Ślężna Encompassing some nine neighbourhoods this FF Rent prices in historic buildings: PLN25-35/m2. Armii Krajowej enormous area runs from the center of town to Borek FF Rent prices of new apartment complexes:

Solskiego Bardzka the city’s southern edge. Large parks and gre- Gaj PLN 40-80/m2. en spaces offer ample recreation opportunities. Oporów Karmelkowa

Housing is mixed: historic single family and multi- Karkonoska Borowska Wojszyce -family dwellings, newly built apartment comple- Wyścigowa Wielka Wyspa (The Big Island) xes. Klecina The Big Island features charming, historic neigh- Partynice FF Rentals very often found in new developments Bielany Karkonoska borhoods with large parks and ample recreation

of a high standard with garage and security. De- Situated just outside the city limits to the south of Czekoladowa opportunities along the river. The famous attrac-

Grota-Roweckiego tached houses and villas with private gardens Wroclaw and the A4 Motorway. Berlin Ołtaszyn tions of this area are the ZOO and the Centennial Wysoka also available. FF Housing is mixed: new single family homes, new- Hall with its Multimedia Water Fountain, Pergola FF Close to Aquapark. ly built apartment complexes, old, pre-war struc- Bielany and the Japanese Garden. Largely pre-war single FF Shopping centers in neighbourhood (including tures. family and multifamily dwellings; rentals are also

FF ) and good access to shopping comple- Access by car: Excellent both to the city center Kraków available in vintage 1970’s blocks. If renovated, xes at Bielany Junction . as well as to the motorway and motorway bypass. Prague living standards can be very comfortable. FF Within 15 minutes to city center and the A4 FF Public transport: buses. FF Easy access to the city center by public trans- Motorway. FF Near to LG and Toshiba Technology Park and port: buses, trams. FF Access by car: Excellent. the shopping centers at Bielany Junction. FF The nearest shopping center and the multiplex FF Public transport: trams and buses. FF Rent prices of apartments: PLN 18-70/m2. is the Pasaż Grunwaldzki. FF Rent prices: PLN 25-90/m2. FF Rent prices of houses: PLN 18-47/m2. FF Rent prices: PLN 25-50/m2. 18 19

Education

A key concern for parents when relocating is getting Primary Education their children settled in quality education institutions. At present five international schools operate in Wroc- A broad range of private and public pre-schools and law: the Wroclaw International School (WIS), the Ger- elementary schools exist in Wroclaw that can cater man-Polish primary school Diakonia, the Ekola Inter- well to the needs of international families. For specific national School, the American School of Wroclaw and recommendations or suggestions, please contact us or BISC. the International Friends of Wroclaw, your embassy or consulate. However, depending on personal family priorities and The Polish School System the education systems in countries of origin, some in- ternational families have placed their children in Po- School Ages Grade lish public and private schools, and they’ve been ple- Pre-school 3–6 ased with the results. Many expats have discovered Primary School 6–13 0–6 that Polish public schools are open to newcomers and Lower Secondary School 13–16 1–3 work hard to meet specific learning needs of foreign (Gimnazjum) students. Parents have also been pleased by the high academic standards available. Finally, the children of Upper Secondary School/ 16–19 1–3 High School (Liceum) expats tend to adapt extraordinarily well: they catch on to Polish quickly and thrive in the multicultural setting. Bilingual Middle Schools Bilingual middle schools Languages Website KEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS Gimnazjum is the Polish term for the three year lower secondary schools Gimnazjum 10 Spanish-Polish www.gimnazjum10.wroc.pl Wroclaw International School (WIS) is an IB World that teach children aged 13–16. At pre- Gimnazjum 26 English-Polish www.gim26.wroc.pl School. The first school in Poland authorised to deliver sent five public bilingual middle schools Gimnazjum 30 French-Polish www.gim30.edu.pl both the Primary and Middle Years Programmes of the operate in Wroclaw where courses are International Baccalaureate. Founded in September taught in both a selected foreign langu- Gimnazjum 48 German-Polish www.lo13.wroc.pl 2002, WIS offers a quality education to students from age and in Polish. Gimnazjum 49 English-Polish www.lo14.wroc.pl various backgrounds and nationalities, in a safe, sup- portive and vibrant learning environment. This will inc- Bilingual Classes in High Schools lude a new, purpose built campus which will be opening Liceum is the Polish term for the three Bilingual Classes in September 2014! year secondary schools that teach stu- in High Schools Languages Website www.fem.org.pl dents aged 16–19. The high schools’ cur- Liceum 5 English-Polish www.lo5.wroc.pl ricula are designed to prepare students Diakonia – Polish-German Primary School heading to university. Upon completion Liceum 8 French-Polish www.lo8.wroc.pl This school offers a versatile development of every pu- of a high school, students take a qualifi- Liceum 13 German-Polish www.lo13.wroc.pl pil. Classes are conducted in Polish and German. This need to increase international educational provision cation exam referred to in Polish as the Liceum 14 English-Polish www.lo14.wroc.pl entity is supported by the cooperation of Lower Silesia in the city. BISC Wroclaw is a fully accredited exami- Matura (Maturity Exam). At present four and Saxony region. nation centre with the British Examining Board, AQA public bilingual high schools operate in www.diakonia.pl/education (The Assessment and Qualifications Alliance) and CIE Wroclaw. (Cambridge International Exams). The Ekola International School www.bisc.wroclaw.pl EKOLA is a school which offers genuine international education, that implies coexistence of cultural diver- American School of Wroclaw offers quality child care sities, multinational community of teachers and stu- in a unique classroom setting with small child/staff ra- dents (American, Taiwanese, German, Korean, Polish, tios. Your child will receive the individual care, guidan- French, Mexican, Ukrainian, Russian, etc.) and authori- ce, and the solid educational foundation they deserve zation from International Baccalaureate Organization in this new and enriching approach to childcare. The to offer the teaching programme which leads to worl- theme based curriculum meets the needs of each child dwide-recognized IB Diploma examinations. on their individual level. This curriculum focuses on art, www.ekola.edu.pl/international-school-of-ekola.html music, math, writing and phonics. Learning centers are set up to offer guided experiences that will allow chil- BISC Wroclaw was opened in September 2006 in re- dren to develop in all areas – intellectually, socially and sponse to an invitation from the city of Wroclaw. The emotionally. city is growing rapidly and the city council saw the www.asw.org.pl/en 20 21

Getting Out Celebrate Culture

Wroclaw is labeled “The Meeting Place” – it should come as no surprise given the amount of pubs and clubs which could easily cater for a city twice its size! For more than a half a century, Wroclaw has forged The city has definitely established itself as a major Po- an international reputation for its lively cultural sce- lish bright spot for after-work activities. The variety of The neighbourhoods off this place feature the old Whi- ne. Chosen as the European Capital of Culture 2016 picturesque beer gardens scattered throughout the te Stork Synagogue and numerous galleries, fashiona- (together with San Sebastián in Spain), Wroclaw is a Market Square (Rynek) as soon as winter leaves the ble boutiques, cafes and restaurants along Włodkowi- city that celebrates culture – on a large scale. Whether city are a more than inviting place to sit and watch the ca Street. A good news for movie fans is that all films are you are an aficionado of the fine arts and theater, or world go by. In Pod Fredrą, Bernard Pub or Casa de la screened in their original language with Polish subtitles you enjoy street festivals and hip galleries, you will not Musica it is not just about having fun and taking pretty whereas since the beginning of 2013 the biggest Polish be bored in Wroclaw. Throughout the year, big events photos, but also letting one’s sight drawn by renewed arthouse (Kino Nowe Horyzonty) has been opening are organized by both leading cultural institutions and tenements of marvelous beauty, which no one would up to foreign audiences: all Polish films that will pre- private groups. The musical traditions of the city where suppose were destroyed in 50% after World War II. So miere there will be shown with English subtitles! Chopin, Brahms and Paganini gave concerts are still ali- if you would like to begin your journey by discovering ve today. Wratislavia Cantans attracts classical music what once the best of Poland was then a visit to Karcz- If you are on a tight budget just look for the best deals - fans from around the world, and the Wroclaw Opera ma Lwowska restaurant is a must. happy hour most often start at 6 p.m. – although at Sa- performs its rich repertoire in the superbly resto- lvador you can come at any time of the night and grab a red opera house. The city’s cultural life is augmented Just five minutes’ walk west of the Rynek, Pasaż Nie- quality tequila shot at the cheapest price in Wroclaw! by interesting initiatives: International Film Festival polda (address 51 Ruska street) offers quite a number T-Mobile New Horizons, International Theatre Festival of pubs and clubs to explore, all having a huge selection This is only a small flavour of what Wroclaw has to of- Dialog, Festival of Jewish Culture Simcha or the Brave of drinks and designed around a theme. Their sheer va- fer, just pick up a venue and experience the city! Festival which promotes indigenous cultures and their riety together with the city solid reputation as univer- art traditions. sity town ensure this area is always busy. Additionally, Wroclaw conducts several cultural inve- stments. Currently under construction are the Natio- nal Forum of Music - the biggest music hall in Poland and one of the biggest in Europe - and the Capitol Mu- sic Theatre. CULTURAL CALENDAR

February / Meeting of Shanty and Folk Music March / Wroclaw Jazz Festival Jazz on the Odra River April / Singing Actor’s Festival Wroclaw, Rynek - Ratusz 1 Festival of Polish Contemporary Music Musica Polonica +48 71 341 13 35 Nova [email protected] Festival of Creative Advertisement Wizualia Literary Festival Port Literacki www.podfredra.pl Amateur and Independent Film Festival KAN Ethno Jazz Festival May / Festival of Jewish Culture SIMCHA Both restaurants, located in the Old Market Square, offer a great variety of traditional Polish and Thanks Jimi Festival Eastern Polish cuisines, served in the cozy rustic interiors. May With Early Music International Festival June / Brave Festival – Against Cultural Exile July / International Film Festival T-Mobile New Horizons August / Chamber Music Festival Evenings in the Arsenal September / International Festival of Oratorio and Cantata Music Wratislavia Cantans Lower Silesian Science Festival International Theatre Festival Dialog Wrocław October / International Festival of Storytelling Opowiadania Wroclaw, Rynek 4 November / Wroclaw Industrial Festival +48 71 343 98 87 Jazz Festival Jazztopad [email protected] Wroclaw Guitar Festival Gitara+ www.lwowska.com.pl 22 23

Explore the Region The Active Life

One of the lures of life in Wroclaw is the easy access With so much nature available within the city limits – the city offers to the historic sites and unspoiled nature one third of it is taken up by parks and other green and of the surrounding province of Lower Silesia. Whether open spaces – leading an active lifestyle is not difficult you want to pop out of town for an evening meal and a in Wroclaw. Moreover, the facilities present in and aro- drive through the countryside, or pack up and spend a The beautiful Sudety Mountains can be reached in 1.5 und the city allow for the pursuit of virtually all sports. weekend away from home with the family without get- hours by car from Wroclaw. All year round the Sudety’s Swimming pools, fitness clubs, yoga schools, different ting on a plane, Lower Silesia offers everything from peaks and trails tempt lovers of rock climbing, paragli- types of dancing schools and clubs (modern, jazz, hip- rugged mountains to pristine lakes; from castles and ding, hiking, biking and skiing. Numerous in the region Looking for something to do? -hop, flamenco, and lots of others) complement the lo- monasteries to health resorts. ski resorts offer perfect conditions for snow enthusia- cal free time activities offer. sts. The dramatic rock formations and beautiful vistas Check out these sites: Once outside the city, you can visit historic monuments make the mountains a perfect destination for active www.wroclaw.pl Fans of golf can take advantage of three professional of international acclaim, including the two Churches of holiday enthusiasts. But the hidden treasures of Lower www.itwroclaw.pl golf courses in Wroclaw and its immediate environs. Peace in Jawor and Świdnica that were added to UNE- Silesia are its natural springs and spa towns that have Swimming pools and fitness clubs are available in most www.wroclaw-life.com SCO’s World Heritage List in 2001. If you enjoy bird brought tourists to the region for centuries. Ornately neighbourhoods across the city. watching or kayaking, then don’t miss the Barycz River decorated hotel complexes and pump rooms attract www.wroclawweekly.pl Valley – Poland’s largest scenic park – where you will spa-goers and health seekers from near and far. www.activepoland.com Today Wroclaw is also home to one of the largest water find the biggest complex of ponds in Europe. www.junglebook.uni.wroc.pl parks in Europe, which includes a wide range of pools Rural tourism, known locally as agrotourism, has un- and a full-service health spa. www.rekreacja.wroc.pl (in Polish) The Lower Silesia landscape is dotted with more than dergone a veritable boom over the last decade. Far- 160 castles and palaces. Some have been carefully mers across Lower Silesia have revamped their pro- www.okis.pl (in Polish) One of the most important investments into sport in- restored and transformed into classy hotels and con- perties and created inviting guesthouses that offer www.cojestgrane.pl (in Polish) frastructure is the new Municipal Stadium built for the ference centers, while others function as museums or city dwellers quaint retreats to escape the hustle and www.wroclaw.naszemiasto.pl (in Polish) needs of UEFA EURO 2012 European Football Cham- are preserved as mythical ruins. bustle of urban life. pionship.

Wroclaw is also home to one of only three horse race- tracks in Poland. Built in 1905-1907, Partynice is a gre- at place to spend free time with family and friends in an amazing historic setting. Aquapark Wrocław Aquapark Wroclaw, with mln 1.2 clients yearly, is the best such object in Poland. It also sets up Polish standards and trends in the field of online services and sales (e-shop). Thanks to dedication of the employees and the cooperation of the Wroclaw municipality Aquapark Wroclaw provides wide variety of activities: recreational (5 swimming pools, 10 saunas, 2 restaurants), rehabiliation (Spa&Wellness) as well as sports (swim- ming pool and fitness). In 2011 the com- pany’s efforts of providing high quality and vast variety of services were distin- guished by awarding it the “Godło Jakości Obsługi” Prize (Service Quality Emblem).

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Just in Case Useful Contacts

Municipality of Wrocław and Regional Consulate General of the Federal Beyond education, another concern for internatio- Authorities Republic of Germany Bodyfit Fitness & Wellnes ul. Podwale 76, 50-449 Wrocław www.bodyfit.pl nal families relocating to a new place is the health care Resident Service Centers tel.: +48 71 377 27 00 system. Health care facilities in Poland can be either fax: +48 71 342 41 14 Fitness Academy If you would like to be con- public (publiczne) - state owned - or private (niepu- (Residence Registration, Car Registra- e-mail: [email protected] www.fitnessacademy.pl stantly updated on what is tion, Driver’s License, Identification www.breslau.diplo.de bliczne). Foreigners have access to public health care Cards, etc.) Fitnesspoint going on in Wroclaw and facilities provided that they (voluntarily) or their em- tel. +48 71 777 77 77 Consulate of the Italian Republic www.fitnesspoint.pl integrate with the wide (information in Polish) ployers (compulsory) pay health insurance in Poland. Plac Kościuszki 10/1, 50-028 Wrocław Hotel Gem expat community in the While some expats have identified excellent doctors Resident Service Center I tel.: +48 71 343 71 97 www.hotelgem.com.pl city then have a look at (Centrum Obsługi Mieszkańca I) fax: +48 71 343 73 52 and clinics in the public healthcare system, most fo- Municipality of Wrocław, e-mail: [email protected] Jupiter Sport Squash & Fit "Wroclaw Uncut" which reigners living and working in Wroclaw have recom- ul. G. Zapolskiej 2/4 www.jupitersport.pl defines Wroclaw as Po- mended signing up with a private medical center that Consulate of the Republic of Malta land's cultural epicentre, Resident Service Center II Platinium Sports Center offers wide range of packages for companies, families (Centrum Obsługi Mieszkańca II) ul. Mińska 38, 54-610 Wrocław www.platinium-center.pl follow the adventures of or individuals. Polish doctors usually speak at least one Municipality of Wrocław, tel.: +48 71 358 24 01, "Un Italiano a Wroclaw" pl. Nowy Targ 1/8 +48 661 378 230 Pure Health & Fitness Express foreign language. Among the largest private health care e-mail: [email protected] www.purepoland.com and learn a little bit of Po- centers we can list: Medicover (www.medicover.pl), Lower Silesian Voivodship Office lish on "inPolish Language (Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki – DUW) Consulate of the United Redeco Luxmed (www.luxmed.pl) and Enel-Med (www.enel.pl). (Visas, Residence Permits, Work Mexican States www.redeco.pl Academy for Foreigners". Permits) ul. Przejście Garncarskie 12, Department of Nationals' and Fore- 50-107 Wrocław Spartan igners' Affairs tel.: +48 71 344 77 21 www.spartan.wroc.pl Here are some of the benefits you can expect to receive: pl. Powstańców Warszawy 1, 50-153 fax: +48 71 344 52 67 Wrocław e-mail: [email protected] Sportwerk Let’s Create a City! Outpatient clinics with a range of specialists on hand www.duw.pl www.sportwerk.wroclaw.pl Royal Netherlands Consulate A Handbook for during opening hours Consulates University School of Physical Newcomers to Wroclaw Staff that are generally fluent in foreign languages ul. Kołłątaja 21, 50-006 Wrocław Education Consulate of the Republic of Austria tel.: +48 71 790 19 02 www.awf.wroc.pl Preventive medical care e-mail: [email protected] Publisher: Plac Solny 14A, 50-062 Wrocław World Class Fitness Wroclaw Agglomeration First aid and emergency treatments tel.: +48 71 361 75 60 Consulate of the Slovak Republic www.worldclass.pl fax: +48 71 361 75 60 in Wroclaw Development Agency A wide range of dental services e-mail: konsulataustrii.wroclaw@ ul. Armii Ludowej 21, 51-214 Wrocław Aquapark Wrocław onet.eu tel.: +48 71 785 03 69 www.aquapark.wroc.pl 24-hour emergency hotlines: a healthcare professional fax: +48 71 785 04 44 Editorial Team: will make an initial medical assessment over the phone, Consulate of the Federative Republic e-mail: [email protected] Ewa Kaucz, and if necessary will send a doctor to your home or an of Brazil www.konsulat.slowacji.wroclaw.pl Golf Clubs ul. Mydlana 2, 51-502 Wrocław Aleksandra Kłonowska-Drozd, ambulance tel.: +48 607 700 840 Consulate of the Kingdom of Sweden City Golf Wrocław Marcello Murgia, Should hospitalization be necessary, some clinics operate e-mail: [email protected] ul. Mydlana 2, 51-502 Wrocław (driving range) Tomasz Śpiewak, EMERGENCY NUMBERS tel./fax: +48 71 302 13 00 www.citygolf.wroclaw.pl their own private hospitals or can guarantee rooms for Consulate of the Republic of Bulgaria e-mail: [email protected] Jan Żarski, Universal Emergency Number 112 patients in existing private hospitals The Knight’s Golf Club Krobielowice based on the previous (for mobile phones) ul. Piotra Skargi 7/1, 50-082 Wrocław Consulate of Ukraine www.golfclub.com.pl tel.: +48 71 783 39 28 ul. Jednosci Narodowej 89, 50-262 version by Juliet D. Golden, Police: 997 Before you choose a health care provider or providers, fax: +48 71 346 01 36 Wrocław Toya Golf Country Club Lucyna Kwaśniewicz and consult with your embassy or consulate, other interna- tel.: +48 71 788 44 50 www.toyagolf.pl Tomasz Gondek Fire Department: 998 Consulate of the Republic of Chile fax: +48 71 788 44 60 tional families in Wroclaw, or colleagues at your work- e-mail: [email protected] Ambulance: 999 ul. Świdnicka 39, 50-029 Wrocław Private Health Service place to find out where they have found reliable me- Graphic Design: tel.: +48 71 372 44 91 British Consulate Municipal Guard: 986 dical professionals. A list of private medical companies fax: +48 71 343 45 97 ul. Karkonoska 8 lok. 113B, 53-015 EuroMediCare Specialist Hospital Łukasz Kulig e-mail: [email protected] District Heating Emergencies: 993 can be found in the directory on page 25. Wrocław and Outpatient Clinic e-mail: [email protected] www.emc-sa.pl Power Supply Emergencies: 991, Consulate of the Czech Republic Photographs: LuxMed Medical Center MPK Wroclaw, +48 71 329 10 81 ul. Buska 5a, 53-326 Wrocław Polish Language School www.luxmed.pl tel.: +48 71 798 76 10 B. Sadowski, Gas Supply Emergencies: 992 fax: +48 71 798 76 14 AB POLONIA Language Center MediCover Globis Center Wrocław Archiwum UM/Mieczysław ul. Przyjaźni 38B/6, 53-030 Wrocław www.medicover.pl Michalak Water Supply and Sewage 994 Royal Danish Consulate in Wroclaw tel.: +48 666 850 510 Emergencies Pasaż pod Błękitnym Słońcem e-mail: [email protected] Enel-Med Medical Center - Arkady Rynek 7 B, 50-106 Wrocław www.abpolonia.pl/en Wrocławskie Centre With Special Thanks: (Water Company): tel./fax: +48 71 372 39 50 www.enel.pl AB Polonia Language Police officer (English) +48 71 340 36 34 e-mail: [email protected] Sports and Fitness Complexes Centre, Consular Agency of the French Republic ul. Rynek 58/300, 50 - 116 Wrocław Active Fitness Club Aquapark Wroclaw, tel.: +48 71 515 155 538 www.activefitness.pl Pod Fredrą and Karczma e-mail: [email protected] Lwowska Restaurants, ALTRA FitnessClub www.altraclub.pl Wiewiórski Law Firm. 26 27

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