Maków County

Maków County is an administrative district in Masovian Voivodeship comprising ten municipalities spread across farmland and rural settlements in east-central Poland. Two larger towns, Maków Mazowiecki and Różan, serve as regional centers within the territory.

The territory received its current administrative form during Poland's government reforms on January 1, 1999. This restructuring of Masovian Voivodeship established the foundation for how it is divided into municipalities today.

The communities here celebrate Polish traditions throughout the year with folk music, traditional dances, and local food specialties that reflect regional identity. These customs shape how people gather and how the towns feel during festivals and everyday life.

Maków Mazowiecki, the administrative center, lies north of Warsaw and offers schools, healthcare services, and government offices for residents. The best time to explore is during warmer months when the roads and countryside are most accessible and welcoming.

The territory is primarily shaped by agriculture, with numerous farms and fields that dominate the rural landscape. This farming character sets it apart from more urbanized regions and shows how traditional agriculture still matters in the area.

Location: Masovian Voivodeship

Capital city: Maków Mazowiecki

Shares border with: Wyszków County, Pułtusk County, Ciechanów County, Przasnysz County, Ostrołęka County

Website: http://powiat-makowski.pl

GPS coordinates: 52.86667,21.10000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:46