HOST CITY
KATOWICE
The city is the capital of the Upper Silesia region, historically famous for many coal mines and heavy industry but now a leading Polish city in the terms of modern and innovative industries such as IT companies and startups.
Katowice highlights
HISTORIC HERITAGE
A unique industrial heritage combined with modern architecture.
SCIENCE & EDUCATION
Leading universities and research centers driving innovation and development.
CULTURE & EVENTS
Vibrant cultural scene and international events all year around.
GREAT CONNECTIONS
Excelent transport links to major European cities.
City of innovations
This short film is an illustration of Katowice's fast development and its new face also manifested in science development. Katowice is the European City of Science 2024.
The EuroScience Association recognised cooperation of city authorities with universities, including the University of Silesia.
Internationally recognized
Katowice is recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Music. It hosts festivals and the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra.
A dynamic mix of classical, jazz and contemporary music makes it a major hub.
