In Poland amidst myths, handed-down stories and ancient legends

Folk tales of legendary creatures, hidden symbols and myths: Poland is a land that enchants with its legends that have accompanied the lives of its inhabitants for centuries, and winter can be a good opportunity to discover them. These stories passed down through the centuries now enliven statues, bridges, clocks, squares and fountains: from the Mermaid of Warsaw to the Dragon of Krakow, from the goats of Poznan to the Neptune of Gdańsk. Visiting Warsaw, Krakow, Poznan, Wroclaw and Gdansk following in the footsteps of their legends means discovering a different face of Poland: a fun and surprising trip, ideal for families but also for those who wish to visit Polish cities with a different outlook, where fantasy intertwines with reality. Winter gives an extra magical touch: the cities are lit up with golden lights and the air smells of cinnamon, honey and warm wood. In Kraków, one of the country's most famous and picturesque markets is held in the largest medieval square in Europe and the beating heart of the city, right in front of St Mary's Basilica and the picturesque Cloth Market. Strolling along the Royal Route, which connects the Wawel Castle to the Barbican, you can breathe in the thousand-year history of the city of kings. In the Polish capital, on the other hand, the main market animates the centre of Warsaw until the first of January, in front of the Palace of Culture and Science, and the festivities smell of pierniki (spiced biscuits) and bigos, the traditional dish of sauerkraut and meat. Don't miss the Old Town, rebuilt after the war and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its colourful alleys and views of the Vistula River.