Leszno

Leszno is a city with county rights in Greater Poland Voivodeship, roughly halfway between Poznań and Wrocław. The town center shows buildings from different eras, including churches, schools, and administrative offices along wide streets.

The Leszczyński noble family founded the settlement in the 15th century and developed it as a trading hub. From 1516 onward, Protestant Moravian Brothers expelled from Bohemia found refuge here and shaped the religious life of the town.

The name recalls the noble Leszczyński family, who shaped the character of this settlement for centuries as a trading center. Today visitors see school buildings and churches side by side, reminders of the religious diversity that once defined daily life here.

The town sits on major transport routes crossing Poland from north to south and west to east, with rail connections and a small airfield for sports aviation. Visitors reach the center easily on foot, as the main streets are arranged in a manageable layout.

The local speedway team Fogo Unia Leszno ranks among the most successful in Poland, having won 15 national championship titles so far. Many residents follow the races at the stadium, which fills up on competition days.

Location: Greater Poland Voivodeship

Elevation above the sea: 88 m

Shares border with: Gmina Lipno, Gmina Osieczna, Gmina Rydzyna, Gmina Święciechowa

Website: http://leszno.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.84365,16.57441

Latest update: December 12, 2025 22:57