Gorzków, Wieliczka County

Gorzków is a village located in the Wieliczka administrative district of Lesser Poland, situated in a rural area typical of southern Poland's agricultural regions. The settlement consists of scattered farmsteads and residential buildings characteristic of a small country community.

The settlement originated as part of the rural development in the Lesser Poland region and maintained its agricultural foundation through successive centuries. Its development was shaped by proximity to the Wieliczka salt mining operations that influenced the broader local economy.

The village reflects rural life patterns typical of Lesser Poland's communities, where traditional agricultural practices shape daily rhythms and local customs. Its character remains rooted in these farming traditions that define the region.

The settlement is accessible by road connections to the district town of Wieliczka and sits within easily navigable rural surroundings. Visitors can explore the flat landscape and open countryside on foot or by bicycle.

The settlement preserves historical records from different periods that document the composition of its past population. These archival materials allow researchers to trace family histories and understand the community's demographic patterns from earlier eras.

Location: Gmina Wieliczka

GPS coordinates: 49.91670,20.03330

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03