Sopotnia Wielka, Village in Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Sopotnia Wielka extends across an elevation range from 500 to 720 meters above sea level in the southern region of the Silesian Voivodeship.
The village developed within the Żywiec County administrative boundaries, positioned 14 kilometers southeast of Żywiec and 77 kilometers south of Katowice.
Local residents maintain traditional agricultural practices and craftsmanship methods that reflect the enduring customs of the Silesian region.
Visitors can reach the village by following the regional road network from Żywiec through Jeleśnia, with regular public transportation connections available.
In 2023, Sopotnia Wielka received recognition as Poland's first International Dark Sky Community for its exceptional nighttime environment preservation efforts.
Location: Gmina Jeleśnia
GPS coordinates: 49.59403,19.29703
Latest update: April 27, 2025 13:51
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