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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 (Urząd Gminy) at Sportowa 1. The other is at the petrol station at Pałacowa 73.
Bike rental — There are two options in the village. Wypożyczalnia rowerów „U Strażnika Leśnego” at Pałacowa 5, opposite the Żubrówka hotel, is well regarded and open daily 8:00–20:00. There is also a rental at the entrance to the Palace Park at Kolejowa 13.
Bus stop — The main stops in the village are by the Pałacowa petrol station, outside the Urząd Gminy, by the Catholic church, and opposite Dino. Buses run to Hajnówka and Białystok several times a day, and to Warsaw once a day. See the how to get there page for full details.
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.
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 page 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 village has two supermarkets. Archelan at Grudkowska 3 (next to the petrol station) stocks everything you’d expect, including a deli counter and fresh fruit and veg, and is open until 22:00. Dino at Krzyże 19, near the petrol station, is a useful alternative with good prices. For larger supermarkets (Kaufland, Biedronka), head to Hajnówka. See the where to eat page for food shops and opening hours.
WiFi — Available in many of the village’s cafes and restaurants, including Fanaberia.
Tourist information / Guides — To hire a guided tour, head to the PTTK ‘Polish Association of Tourism and Sightseeing’ tourist office at Kolejowa 17. Alternatively, see the tourist overview page for more on how to explore the forest.
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