Accessibility Statement for the Website www.wbp.wroc.pl of the Dolnośląska Public Library named after Tadeusz Mikulski in Wrocław
The Dolnośląska Public Library named after Tadeusz Mikulski in Wrocław commits to ensuring the accessibility of its website in accordance with the Act of April 4, 2019, on the digital accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public entities. This accessibility statement applies to the website www.wbp.wroc.pl. commits to ensuring the accessibility of its website in accordance with the Act of April 4, 2019, on the digital accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public entities.
The Accessibility Statement pertains to the website www.wbp.wroc.pl.
- Date of website publication:
- Date of the last significant update:
Digital Accessibility Status
This website is partially compliant with the annex to the Act of April 4, 2019, on the digital accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public entities due to the non-compliances listed below.
Inaccessible Content
Issues with proper content readability occur in the following areas:
- Some photos and graphics lack titles and alternative texts.
- Some hyperlinks do not have assigned titles.
- Some archival documents published on the website before September 23, 2018, are not accessible.
- Issues with proper navigation of the website using a keyboard.
Preparation and Update of the Accessibility Statement
- Date of statement preparation:
- Date of the last statement review:
The statement was prepared based on a self-assessment using the Checklist for Assessing the Digital Accessibility of the Website (pdf 138kB).
Facilities, Limitations, and Other Information
We plan to redesign the website by the end of 2025. During the redesign, we intend to eliminate all digital accessibility errors mentioned above.
A team for accessibility has been established at the library, consisting of: Katarzyna Samojluk (accessibility coordinator), Katarzyna Zborowska, Mariusz Gabrysiak, Dagmara Batóg, Ewelina Tulko. The team’s goal is to improve the accessibility of the Dolnośląska Public Library named after Tadeusz Mikulski in Wrocław in designing and implementing its cultural offerings, as well as opening it up to collaboration with people with disabilities and the elderly.
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Feedback and Contact Information
You can report any issues with the digital accessibility of this website via email at or by phone at 713352244.
Everyone has the right to request the provision of digital accessibility for this website or its elements.
When submitting such a request, please provide:
- your name and surname,
- your contact details (e.g., phone number, email),
- the exact address of the website where the digitally inaccessible element or content is located,
- a description of the issue and the most convenient solution for you.
We will respond to your request as soon as possible, no later than within 7 days of receiving it.
If this timeframe is too short for us, we will inform you about it. In this notification, we will provide a new deadline by which we will address the issues you reported or provide the information in an alternative way. This new deadline will not exceed 2 months.
If we are unable to ensure the digital accessibility of the website or content specified in your request, we will offer you access to them in an alternative way.
Handling Requests and Complaints Related to Accessibility
If, in response to your request for digital accessibility, we refuse to provide the requested accessibility and you disagree with this refusal, you have the right to file a complaint.
You also have the right to file a complaint if you disagree with using the alternative access method we proposed in response to your request for digital accessibility.
You can submit a potential complaint in writing, via email, or in person during office hours from 8:00 to 15:00:
Library Director,Dolnośląska Public Library named after Tadeusz Mikulski in Wrocław,
Address: ul. Rynek 58, 50-116 Wrocław,
email: ,
phone: 713352204.
Helpful information can be found on the government portal gov.pl.
You can also inform the Commissioner for Human Rights about this situation and request intervention in your case.
Additional Information
Architectural Accessibility
Dolnośląska Public Library named after Tadeusz Mikulski in Wrocław. The building has two entrances. The main entrance is at Rynek 58, and the entrance to the second part of the building is at ul. Igielna 13.
- The library does not have its own parking spaces. Nearby, you can use public parking spaces described below.
- Building A of the library is partially adapted for use by people with disabilities.
- Access to Building A is hindered by a step and heavy iron entrance doors that must be opened manually. The porter, upon being notified by a bell, sets up a ramp.
- Behind the entrance doors, there is a vestibule measuring 2.25 x 2.30 m, allowing for easy maneuvering with a wheelchair; then there are doors with a small threshold, followed by access to a spacious main hall with benches for resting.
- In the hall, on the right side, there are the Central Registration and Bibliographic Information desks.
- The building has an elevator with Braille buttons, but without voice information.
- A restroom for people with disabilities is located on the ground floor.
- Assistance dogs and guide dogs are allowed to enter the building and all its rooms.
- A general building plan is located near the cloakroom and in the elevator. Floor plans are available on the staircase. There are no tactile plans.
- There are no contrasting signs with room and floor numbers in the building.
- Corridors and stairs are currently not equipped with accessibility enhancements.
- The building is not equipped with ramps, platforms, voice information, or induction loops.
Building B of the library, at ul. Igielna 13, is not adapted for use by people with disabilities. There is a threshold and a bell at the entrance. The doors are heavy and must be opened manually. The building does not have an elevator or a restroom for people with disabilities.
Communication and Information Accessibility
A person entitled to use the assistance of a sign language interpreter should report their intention to use this service at least 3 working days before the planned visit and specify their preferred communication method:
- Polish Sign Language (PJM),
- Sign Language System (SJM),
- Communication method for deafblind individuals (SKOGN).
The building does not have induction loops.
How to Reach Us?
The main entrance to the library is located on the northern side of the Rynek. The sidewalk surface in front of the library entrance is paved with granite cobblestones with joints filled with mortar. This makes the path accessible for people using wheelchairs, parents with strollers, and individuals wearing high heels. The use of this part of the surface may be significantly limited by restaurant and pub terraces, the Christmas Market, or other outdoor events at the Rynek.
Cultural events and activities organized at the Rynek and near the library may generate significant noise and involve a large number of participants (crowds).
Access to the building is hindered by a step and heavy iron entrance doors that must be opened manually. To the right of the doors, there is a bell button – you can use it if you need assistance entering. Behind the entrance doors, there is a vestibule measuring 2.25 x 2.30 m, allowing for easy maneuvering with a wheelchair; then there are doors with a small threshold, followed by access to a spacious main hall.
Below, we provide information on routes from selected points (public transport stops, parking spaces) along with links to routes on Google Maps.
Public Transport Stops:
Below, we describe the location of public transport stops near the library. The nearest tram stop for the address Rynek 58 is Wita Stwosza 10009. Please note that:
- distance from the tram stop to the building: 300 m,
- you need to cross the road,
- there are obstacles on the way (e.g., bollards, uneven sidewalk, improperly parked cars, high curbs, sidewalk narrowings),
- intersection with a bike path,
- partially barrier-free (see: tram timetable)
Stop "Wita Stwosza", pole 10009, trams: 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 12, 13, 20: Google Maps.
Head south on Szewska toward Wita Stwosza – 57 m, turn right onto Wita Stwosza – 90 m, then straight along Rynek – 160 m. The destination will be on your right.
Stop "Świdnicka", pole 10002, trams: 3, 5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 18, and buses K, 110, 245, 253, 602: Google Maps.
Head east on Kazimierza Wielkiego toward Świdnicka – 21 m, turn left onto Świdnicka – 190 m, turn left onto Oławska – 10 m, turn right onto Rynek – 160 m, turn left, staying on Rynek – 160 m. The destination will be on your right.
Stop "Zamkowa", pole 10017, trams: 3, 10, 11, 12, 13, 18: Google Maps.
Head west on Kazimierza Wielkiego – 13 m, cross the pedestrian crossing – 37 m, turn right onto Eugeniusza Gepperta – 93 m, continue along Plac Solny – 93 m, then straight along Rynek – 150 m, turn right, staying on Rynek – 25 m. The destination will be on your left.
Stop "Rynek", pole 10004, trams: 3, 10, 12, 13, 18, and buses D, K, 110, 243, 245, 247, 248, 253, 255, 257, 259, 602: Google Maps.
Head south on Kazimierza Wielkiego toward Świętego Antoniego – 84 m, cross the pedestrian crossing, use the stairs – 260 m, slightly left onto Rynek – 150 m, turn right, staying on Rynek – 25 m. The destination will be on your left.
Stop "Rynek", pole 10006, trams: 4, 6, 7: Google Maps.
Head north on Kazimierza Wielkiego toward Ruska – 110 m, turn right onto Ruska – 38 m, continue along Białoskórnicza – 140 m, turn right onto Świętego Mikołaja – 250 m, slightly turn right onto Rynek – 37 m. The destination will be on your left.
Stop "Uniwersytet Wrocławski", pole 10015, trams 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 12: Google Maps.
Head southwest on Grodzka toward Most Pomorski – 57 m, turn left onto Odrzańska – 270 m, turn left onto Rynek – 38 m. The destination will be on your left.
Parking Spaces
The library does not have its own parking spaces. The nearest public parking spaces are located on ul. Kiełbaśnicza and at Plac Solny. The proposed pedestrian routes from these locations to the library run through the dense buildings surrounding the Rynek, with street and sidewalk surfaces paved with cobblestones or sidewalk slabs.
Ul. Kiełbaśnicza, parking near the wall of St. Elizabeth’s Church: Google Maps.
To reach the library from ul. Kiełbaśnicza, head south toward Świętego Mikołaja, then turn left onto Świętego Mikołaja, and then slightly turn right onto Rynek. The destination will be on your left.
Plac Solny, parking near the wall of St. Elizabeth’s Church: Google Maps.
To reach the library from Plac Solny, head north toward ul. Ruska, then turn right, staying on Plac Solny, and then left onto Rynek. Go straight toward the fountain. The destination is the tenement building located in the same axis just behind it.