Bircza

Bircza is a town in Subcarpathian Voivodeship, located roughly 24 kilometers southwest of Przemyśl at an elevation of 262 meters. The settlement functions as the administrative center for its surrounding gmina, which includes several smaller villages in the rural landscape.

The settlement received formal town rights in 1464 and gradually became an important administrative center for the region. The 20th century brought major disruptions that transformed the community and reshaped the town's demographic composition.

The town was a center for Jewish life and learning, particularly shaped by Dynów Hasidic traditions and practices. Walking through the streets today, visitors can sense the echoes of this community and the religious customs that once defined daily life here.

The State Archive in Przemyśl holds extensive records about the town, including birth, marriage, and death certificates from parish records. Researchers can access these documents to trace family connections and local genealogy with help from archivists.

The Association of Bircza Researchers brings together genealogists and descendants to document the town's heritage through photographs and personal accounts. This work preserves stories of residents whose histories might otherwise be forgotten.

Location: Gmina Bircza

Elevation above the sea: 262 m

Website: http://bircza.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.69222,22.47944

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23