Gołkowice, Silesian Voivodeship

Gołkowice is a village in Silesian Voivodeship in southeastern Poland, situated near the border with the Czech Republic. It covers approximately 9 square kilometers (3.5 square miles) of land in Wodzisław County.

The village first appears in written records in 1229 when Pope Gregory IX mentioned it as part of a Benedictine abbey's holdings. This early reference shows the area's long settlement history under church administration.

The wooden Church of Saint Anne shapes the village center with its Gothic design and serves as a gathering place for worship and community events. Built in 1878, it remains an important location for the spiritual life of residents.

The village is best explored on foot, with the church serving as a central landmark from which surrounding streets and residential areas are visible. The postal code 44-341 can be helpful for navigation and contacting local services.

The village shares a direct border with the Czech Republic and functions as a point where Polish and Czech communities meet and interact. This border location gives it a special role in the regional context.

Location: Gmina Godów

GPS coordinates: 49.91222,18.50306

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40