Petite Pitstop for Perogies in Poland

The Inspired Nomad
Oct 29, 2019
2 min read

Updated: Dec 23, 2019

Ever have a craving for perogies?

I do. And I did. So I decided to stop by Wrocław for a quick lunch.

Wrocław, pronounced vrohts-wahf, on the banks of the River Oder in Western Poland, is the country's 4th largest city. At various times, it has been part of the Kingdom of Poland, Kingdom of Bohemia, Kingdom of Hungary, Habsburg Monarchy, Prussia and Germany. The town has great walkability. Pedestrian friendly. Quite a few parking spots. And lots to explore.

First stop, Panorama of the Battle of Racławice.

This museum was interesting, well organized, and inexpensive. Buy a ticket, grab a multi lingual headset (unless you speak Polish) and mosey up a few quick steps and find yourself transported to 18th century Wrocław (or the nearby countryside at least). Enjoy a 30 minute explanation of the 1893 cycloramic painting depicting the Battle of Racławice, fought on 4 April 1794, during the Polish Kościuszko Uprising against the Russian Empire as well as some facts about the battle.

Might as well try the local beer.

Okocim Brewery is actually in Brzesko in southeastern Poland... But seemingly considered "local" in Wrocław. The brewery was founded in 1845 by two beer makers from Germany and Austria-Hungary, respectively. Okocim intoxicated its patrons through many regional events that ended many businesses from the 1846 Rabacja Uprising to the fall of communism in 1990. Probably because it's quite tasty. I enjoyed this one at Cafe Panorama, but with that landscape in the background, any beverage may be enjoyable to be honest.

Old Town is downright adorable.

From the facades that belong in storybooks to street performers of all varieties, I felt like I was in a 17th century-esque movie scene. I'll just let the photos do the talking for this one.