Opoczno County

Opoczno County is an administrative district in south-eastern Poland containing eight municipalities spread across rural and semi-urban areas. The main towns of Opoczno and Drzewica serve as local centers with schools, shops, and services for the surrounding communities.

The district grew from medieval territorial divisions and existed within larger administrative systems for centuries. Its borders and role shifted through Poland's various political changes and external pressures.

The area retains a strong connection to its craft heritage, with the 14th-century Opoczno Castle remaining a visible landmark in the town center. Local residents and visitors encounter these historical structures as natural parts of everyday surroundings rather than isolated monuments.

The district is accessible by road and rail, positioned east of the main regional center. Visitors will experience a slower pace of life here, with services concentrated in the two main towns and quieter surroundings in between.

The region developed a strong ceramics and tile-making tradition starting in the late 1800s that became central to local life. This craft industry shaped not only the economy but also the skills and character of the communities for generations.

Location: Łódź Voivodeship

Capital city: Opoczno

Shares border with: Piotrków County, Tomaszów Mazowiecki County, Przysucha County, Końskie County

Website: http://opocznopowiat.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.38333,20.28333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:02