During the May holidays in Poland, control over leisure activities in nature is intensified. Violating the rules during barbecues or picnics can result in significant fines — in some cases up to 30,000 zlotys. This is reported by "InPoland".
Fines for barbecuing in Poland: what are the most common violations
Most violations are recorded during leisure time in forests and parks. According to the State Forests, thousands of people ignore the rules during just one season.
The most common violations include:
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illegal vehicle access to the forest
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lighting fires in prohibited areas
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violating fire safety regulations
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littering.
According to the representative of the service, Regina Klimashevskaya, these actions pose the greatest threat to nature.
Fire safety: what fines are imposed
Special attention is paid to lighting fires. This can only be done in specially designated areas.
Violations are punishable by fines:
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up to 5,000 zlotys — for lighting a fire in a prohibited place
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up to 30,000 zlotys — in cases of serious consequences or court proceedings.
If a fire breaks out due to negligence, the amounts can be significantly higher due to damage compensation.
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Leisure rules: what to consider
Authorities emphasize that leisure in nature should be safe and responsible.
Main recommendations include:
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lighting fires only in permitted zones
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not driving vehicles into the forest
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taking litter away with you.
These rules help avoid not only fines but also serious environmental consequences.
In Poland, thousands of violations are recorded every year during the May holidays, so monitoring is traditionally intensified during this period.
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