Great Maluch Expedition for Children Reaches Lublin

14 July 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

The Great Maluch Expedition for Children reached Lublin Voivodeship with a charity convoy of nearly 100 Fiat 126p cars. The rally raises funds for injured children.

The Great Maluch Expedition for Children arrived in Lublin Voivodeship on Sunday, stopping in the town of Bełżyce. Nearly 100 Fiat 126p cars took part in the cross‑European charity run that supports children injured in road accidents.

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Route, purpose and notable participants

The convoy started at Wrocław’s Centennial Hall on 28 June. Consequently the cars travelled through Czechia, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and France. Moreover the route reached Omaha Beach in Normandy. However the journey did not end in France. Therefore the group returned to Poland and visited regions across the country. In addition they made stops in the Masuria lake district and the Bieszczady mountains. Also they paused at Biała Podlaska’s Freedom Square and then at the municipal stadium in Bełżyce.

The project blends nostalgia with charity and motorsport spirit. Consequently well known Polish drivers joined the line up. The roster included Kajetan Kajetanowicz, Rafał Sonik and Krzysztof “Diablo” Włodarczyk. Moreover influencers such as Remigiusz “Rezi” Wierzgoń and public figures also joined. Therefore the event drew local crowds and national media attention.

Great Maluch Expedition for Children: fundraising and impact

The organisers reported nearly 13 million PLN raised in prior editions. Consequently the funds support rehabilitation and treatment for children injured in traffic accidents. Moreover the program funds educational workshops, prevention campaigns and small road safety projects. In addition the initiative installs low cost infrastructure to protect pedestrians near schools and parks.

The expedition started as an idea by rally legend Sobiesław Zasada, Rafał Sonik, Kajetan Kajetanowicz and journalist Marcin Małysz. Therefore the drive mixes professional rally experience with grassroots volunteering. Moreover organisations including PZM Foundation, TVP Foundation and Inter Cars Foundation support the project. Consequently corporate sponsors help with logistics and medical aid.

Why this matters for expats and visitors

Foreign residents should care about this rally for several reasons. Firstly it highlights Poland’s grassroots approach to road safety work. Secondly it shows how private and public bodies cooperate on child welfare issues. Moreover it offers a chance to engage locally. Therefore attending a stop gives you a window into Polish civic culture. Also you can donate directly or volunteer at events. In addition local authorities often coordinate temporary traffic changes around rallies, so expect short road closures.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you plan to attend, carry ID. Polish police may ask for it. If you live here, keep your PESEL or passport handy for official matters. Note that NFZ denotes the public health insurer and ZUS is social insurance. Also “mandat” means a fine for traffic offences. Therefore donations usually go through foundations such as Fundacja PZM or Fundacja Stars4Stars. In addition many events welcome volunteers and English speakers.

The expedition will finish on 15 July at the Main Market Square in Kraków. Consequently organisers expect a celebratory closing with participants and donors. Moreover the event keeps drawing new supporters each year. Therefore it remains one of Poland’s largest motoring charity projects.

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