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Place in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
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Bolesławiec is a medieval town in Lower Silesian Voivodship, Poland. Bolesławiec is a major ceramic and art centre, so there are plenty of galleries and workshops to see and experience. Nearby, lies the historic Castle Kliczkow, now fully renovated and open to both day visitors and guests.
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Dates back to 1297, today it houses over 200 beds, a spa and wellness center, a conference center and a park of over 80 hectares. The Castle plays host to events year-round and includes an unusual horse cemetery. Surrounding the castle is the stunning forest of Lower Silesia.
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Bolesławiec lies just off the European route E40 (Polish and German A4) about 2 hours drive from either Dresden or Wrocław. It is also connected to Berlin via the E36 (Polish A18).
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