carrefour Poland to close Supermarkets, Reorganize Retail Network
Warsaw, Poland – September 29, 2025 – A significant restructuring is underway at Carrefour Poland, with the retail giant announcing plans to close a number of its supermarket locations as part of a broader shift in strategy. The move raises questions about the future of traditional brick-and-mortar shopping for Polish consumers who have long favored the chain.
Carrefour, which operates 800 stores across Poland in six formats – hypermarkets, supermarkets, wholesale and expert facilities, housing stores, specialist stores, and an online platform – revealed the changes in a recent network proclamation. The company also owns and manages shopping centers in cities of varying sizes, alongside a network of gas stations.This reorganization signals a potential turning point for one of Poland’s most recognizable retail brands, impacting employees, shoppers, and the commercial real estate landscape.
The closures will allow Carrefour to focus investment on its hypermarket format, wholesale operations, and expanding its online presence.The company did not disclose the exact number of supermarkets slated for closure, but indicated the move is intended to optimize its portfolio and respond to evolving consumer preferences. This restructuring follows a trend of retailers reassessing thier physical footprints in the face of growing e-commerce competition and changing shopping habits.
