Rudna, Lower Silesian Voivodeship

Rudna is a village in Lower Silesian Voivodeship in southwestern Poland and serves as the administrative center of its surrounding rural municipality. The settlement sits within a region shaped by farming communities and local governance structures.

The village formed around 1280 and was first documented in 1347 in a deed by Charles IV of Luxembourg. These early records show its importance as an early settlement in the Lower Silesian region.

The village maintains connections to notable figures including Johann Heermann, who contributed to regional hymn writing during the early 17th century.

Visitors find a typical rural setting in this village with local structures and pathways that shape daily community life. The area is best explored by arriving with a car or being prepared to cover distances on foot.

The name Rudna comes from the Old Polish word 'ruda', meaning ore, reflecting historical mining connections in the area. This reveals how the landscape and its natural resources have shaped the place's character over centuries.

Location: Gmina Rudna

GPS coordinates: 51.51111,16.26333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:49