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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Krakow?
Yes, tap water in Krakow is safe to drink, supplied by MPWiK Kraków from the Rudawa and Raba Rivers with modern treatment meeting all EU standards.
Hardness
Moderate
Country
Poland
Rating
Safe
Soft
Moderate
Hard
Very Hard
Water Source
MPWiK Kraków treats water from the Rudawa and Raba Rivers and the Dobczyce Reservoir at modern treatment plants, using coagulation, sand filtration, ozonation, and chlorination.
Contaminants & Concerns
No significant health concerns. The water meets all EU Drinking Water Directive standards and is continuously monitored.
Tips
- •Krakow tap water is safe throughout the city, including in the historic Old Town
- •In very old buildings, run the tap briefly before drinking as a precaution for internal pipes
- •Ask for "woda z kranu" (tap water) at restaurants
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & References
The safety rating and guidance on this page draw on the following sources. See our full methodology.
- •WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
- •CDC Travelers' Health destination pages
- •The municipal water utility's published quality data