Gmina Łapsze Niżne

The municipality of Gmina Łapsze Niżne extends across 124 square kilometers of varied terrain, encompassing eight distinct villages in southern Lesser Poland Voivodeship.

The establishment of the local parish in 1274 marked the beginning of organized community life in this region near the present-day Slovak border.

The municipality preserves traditional agricultural practices through regular community events, local cuisine preparation workshops, and intergenerational knowledge transfer programs.

The administrative center in Łapsze Niżne village coordinates public services for 8,785 residents, managing transportation schedules and waste collection across eight settlements.

The municipality maintains strong connections with neighboring Slovak communities through cross-border initiatives, creating a distinct cultural zone in the Spiš region.

Location: Nowy Targ County

Capital city: Łapsze Niżne

Shares border with: Gmina Nowy Targ

Website: http://lapszenizne.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.40000,20.25000

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:40