CITY LOGISTICS DURING THE PEAK INTENSITY OF PILGRIMAGE TOURISM

Abstract

Czestochowa and located in the area sanctuary is a place of worship of Mary. Every year, more than 4.5 million pilgrims visit the sanctuary, which the local authorities are obliged to ensure adequate logistical support. The influx of many thousands of pilgrims is an opportunity for the development of the city and also difficulty in daily life of its inhabitants. The article discusses the issues of the factors limiting the efficiency of local public transport, and identifies the main causes of traffic congestion during heavy traffic of pilgrims.