Police Day set to disrupt central Warsaw

23 July 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Police Day Warsaw will disrupt central Warsaw with bus detours and road closures on July 23-24. Plan ahead and expect delays.

Central events will disrupt central Warsaw transport this week as the city hosts Police Day Warsaw. Consequently, residents and visitors should expect bus detours and road closures on July 23 and 24.

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What will happen and when

The city scheduled a rehearsal on Thursday, July 23. Moreover, officials split the rehearsal into three stages. The heaviest disruption will occur between 9:30 and 13:40. On Friday, July 24, the main parade starts around 11:15. Therefore, central ceremonies should end near 13:25. In addition, units will march back through the centre later that afternoon. As a result, authorities will limit traffic in stages both days.

Which routes will change

Organisers planned ceremonies at Piłsudski Square. Participants will march along Moliera, Senatorska, Krakowskie Przedmieście and Królewska. Consequently, dozens of popular bus lines will detour. The affected services include 106, 107, 111, 116, 128, 175, 178, 180 and 503. Moreover, operators will route buses along Marszałkowska, Aleje Jerozolimskie, Świętokrzyska, Mazowiecka, Andersa and Aleja Solidarności. On detour runs, drivers will treat the first stop they reach as a regular stop. Subsequent stops will operate on request only.

Police Day Warsaw: what it means for travel

Expect slower journeys near Piłsudski Square, Krakowskie Przedmieście and Theatre Square. In addition, expect crowding at tram hubs and metro stations that serve the centre. Therefore, leave more time for transfers. If you must travel through the centre, check the Warsaw Public Transport website and apps before you leave. Moreover, consider walking short sections. Walking often proves faster than long detours in central districts.

Practical tips for expats

Carry a printed or digital ticket and keep your ID handy. However, avoid bringing valuables into crowded areas. In addition, note Polish administrative basics you may need after disruptions (ZUS – Social Insurance Institution; NFZ – National Health Fund; PESEL – your national identification number; mandat – on-the-spot fine). If police officers stop buses or pedestrians, follow instructions calmly. Consequently, you will speed up the process and reduce stress for everyone.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: Expect staged road closures around Piłsudski Square and Krakowskie Przedmieście. Check bus and tram apps before travel and allow extra time. If you rely on services like the ZUS (social security) or NFZ (healthcare), plan appointments for another day. Carry an electronic ticket and your PESEL (national ID number) if you must prove residency. Finally, obey police directions to avoid fines (a “mandat” is an on-the-spot fine).

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