Situated 120 km (75 miles) from Wroclaw, the city of Bolesławiec (formerly Bunzlau) showcases the long-standing tradition of the pottery production dating back to the XIV century. Since then, Bolesławiec has been called the "city of good pitchers," as rich deposits of heat-resistant clay and clays belonging to the group of natural glazes broadly appear in the region to this day. Despite of the relocation of the German population and the changing borders after WWII, pottery production has continued by the new Polish residents of the city. Upon arriving in Bolesłąwiec, you will have a pleasant stroll through the beautiful market square to admire the colorful houses and the Renaissance town hall. A visit the pottery museum will give you an introduction to the long standing tradition of Bolesławiec pottery.

You will also learn about one of the great Russian military heroes of the Napoleonic wars and how his life ended in this city in 1813. Afterwards, you will discover one of the best local manufacturers of Bolesławiec pottery, where you can observe skilled workers at all of the different stages of production. The ceramic decorations are especially spectacular; each piece is hand made using special stamps with the emblematic peacock's eye pattern. After providing you some time for shopping, we will proceed to a local restaurant reflecting the diverse gastronomic local tradition brought by Polish people after World War II.