Przasnysz County

Przasnysz County is an administrative district in the Masovian region of east-central Poland, comprising two towns and five rural municipalities. The area includes both urban and rural zones that together support more than forty thousand residents.

The county came into being through major administrative reforms in Poland at the end of the 1990s, establishing the present-day territorial divisions. These changes reorganized how communities in the region governed themselves and managed local affairs.

Traditional Polish musical expressions flourish here through local performances and community gatherings that reflect the artistic identity of residents. Visitors can experience how these cultural traditions remain woven into the daily life and celebrations of the towns and villages throughout the region.

Public services including healthcare and education facilities are available throughout the county center and local communities. The infrastructure spreads across both urban and rural areas, so plan accordingly when visiting different parts of the region.

The territory divides into seven distinct municipal-level units, mixing urban centers with purely rural settlements in a pattern shaped by how Polish administration organizes communities. This blend of settlement types creates varied character across the different neighborhoods and towns.

Location: Masovian Voivodeship

Capital city: Przasnysz

Shares border with: Ostrołęka County, Maków County, Ciechanów County, Mława County, Szczytno County, Nidzica County

Website: http://powiat-przasnysz.pl

GPS coordinates: 53.01667,20.88333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:46