Dramatic price differences at gas stations have sparked a veritable renaissance in fuel tourism. German drivers have flocked to Poland to save money on fuel. Massive queues form in border towns, and fuel disappears in the blink of an eye—not just in tanks but also in giant canisters.
Price gap fuels fuel tourism
The current market situation has caused the difference in fuel prices between Poland and Germany to reach levels that are difficult to ignore. Drivers filling up across the western border face significant costs, while in Poland, rates remain much lower. Fakt portal informs, the average driver can save up to 30 euros on a single full tank. This translates into a huge saving on your wallet, often amounting to nearly 3 złoty per liter. Such savings make Poland a worthwhile trip even for residents of slightly more remote German states.
Border stations besieged by foreign cars
The West Pomeranian and Lubusz Voivodeships are experiencing a veritable siege. In towns like Osinów Dolny and Lubieszyn, Polish license plates are now a rarity in gas station forecourts. According to eyewitnesses, traffic is virtually constant. Foreign visitors arrive well-prepared, filling not only their car tanks but also their 10-liter jerry cans to the brim, extending the time until their next visit.. As noted by the iGryfino portal, for the border business this is an absolute sales record, although for local drivers from Poland it means having to wait in long lines of cars.
Will there be a shortage of gasoline in Poland?
Many residents of border towns are beginning to worry that the mass purchases of fuel will lead to local shortages. However, experts offer reassurance: supply chains are operating flawlessly, and the fuel infrastructure is prepared for increased demand. While waiting times to fill up can be burdensome, there’s currently no risk of pumps drying up. Furthermore, this phenomenon brings tangible benefits to the Polish budget – every liter of fuel sold to a foreigner generates additional revenue from excise tax and VAT.
Sources: Fakt.pl / iGryfino.pl
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