Rzeszów

Rzeszów is a large city in southeastern Poland that stretches along the Wisłok River between the Carpathian foothills and the Sandomierz Basin. The city sits at around 384 meters (about 1260 feet) elevation, connecting flat agricultural land with gently rising forested hills to the south, giving the cityscape a sense of shifting elevations.

King Casimir the Great granted the settlement town rights in 1354, and it grew into a major trading post linking Poland and Hungary. During the 16th and 17th centuries, the town prospered from the flow of goods and the protection of fortified walls, which were defended repeatedly against invaders.

People gather in the old town square throughout the year for outdoor markets, concerts, and seasonal festivals that mark the rhythm of local life. The large student population shapes the daily atmosphere, filling cafés, bookshops, and evening venues with a youthful energy that extends well into the night.

The international airport sits about 10 kilometers (around 6 miles) north of the center and connects the region with larger European cities. The old town is easy to explore on foot, while buses and trams provide access to neighborhoods farther from the core and to surrounding suburbs.

The population grew from 159,000 to over 300,000 between 2005 and 2022, making it one of the fastest growing urban centers in Poland. This rapid increase reshaped entire neighborhoods and led to the construction of new residential areas, shopping centers, and office buildings surrounding the historic core.

Location: Subcarpathian Voivodeship

Inception: January 19, 1354

Elevation above the sea: 384 m

Part of: Subcarpathian Voivodeship

Address: Rzeszów, Poland

Website: https://erzeszow.pl

GPS coordinates: 50.03745,22.00472

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:28