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Basic amenities
ATMs, shops, pharmacies and practical essentials for visitors to the village.
Białowieża is a small village, but it has most of the essentials covered. Here is a quick reference guide to the key amenities you might need during your stay.
Village Amenities
ATM / Cash machine — The village has two ATMs. One is on the outside of the municipality offices at Sportowa 1. The other is inside the petrol station at Pałacowa 73.
Bike rental — The best place is Bike Café at the entrance to the Palace Park at Kolejowa 13. It doubles as a relaxing spot for coffee and local beer.
Bus stop — The main stops are by the Orthodox Church and Bike Café, but you can board at any of the many stops along the main road. Buses run to Hajnówka and Białystok several times a day, and to Warsaw once a day.
Doctor’s clinic — A GP is available at the medical centre at Puszczańska 2 on most weekdays. The clinic accepts European health insurance cards (EHIC).
Petrol station — There is only one in the village, at Pałacowa 73. Aside from fuel, it sells a selection of regional beers and wines. Cheaper petrol can be found in Hajnówka and Narewka.
Pharmacy — Located at the medical centre at Puszczańska 2.
Post office — Near the Orthodox Church at Parkowa 2.
Railway station — The nearest station is in Hajnówka. Trains run to Białystok and Warsaw. See the ‘How to get there’ chapter for full train information.
Sunday shopping — Most shops in Poland are closed on Sundays by law. Pod Sarenką at Stoczek 38 is the only place open with any regularity, selling basic food, BBQ supplies and alcohol.
Supermarket — The biggest shop in Białowieża is Archelan, at Grudkowska 3 next to the petrol station. It stocks everything you’d expect from a small supermarket, including a deli counter and fresh fruit and veg. For larger supermarkets (Kaufland, Biedronka), head to Hajnówka.
Tourist information / Guides — To hire a guided tour, head to the PTTK ‘Polish Association of Tourism and Sightseeing’ tourist office at Kolejowa 17, near Bike Café.
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