Poland's early summer mushroom season sees abundant boletes and cepes

Polish forests are witnessing an early mushroom surge, with the rare white bolete (Leccinum holopus), nicknamed “ghost bolete,” fruiting from June onward. The mushroom, favored by birch trees in wetlands and peatlands, is noted for its bright caps and delicate flavor, making it a prized find for foragers.

Mycologist Marek Snowarski advises mushroom enthusiasts to follow recent rainfall rather than the calendar. “Grzyby są tam, gdzie korzystnie złożyły się opady,” he said, adding that “największych szans na udane zbiory można obecnie szukać na południu Polski.” According to Snowarski, the best prospects are in Lesser Poland and Subcarpathia, with promising spots also in Pomerania, Kuyavian‑Pomeranian, Warmian‑Masurian regions and around Warsaw. He notes that kurki (chanterelles) are already abundant and resilient to dry spells, while prawdziaki (boletes) require timely collection after rain to avoid insect damage.