Stryków

Stryków is a city in Łódź Voivodeship situated at the junction of highways A1 and A2, extending across central Poland. Its layout combines residential neighborhoods, industrial zones, and commercial areas shaped by this strategic location.

The settlement received town privileges in 1394 from King Władysław II Jagiełło following a request by local nobleman Deresław Strykowski. This royal charter marked the shift from a rural settlement to a recognized urban center.

The town holds regular markets and fairs where local farmers sell their goods to residents. This trading tradition shapes how people interact and use the public spaces today.

The reopened railway station offers direct connections to Warsaw and Łódź, while a bus network serves surrounding communities. The highway location makes it easy for visitors arriving by car to access the area.

The town evolved from an agricultural center into a modern logistics hub, hosting numerous distribution centers near the highway junction. This shift shows how places at strategic locations can quickly transform their economic role.

Location: Gmina Stryków

Website: http://strykow.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.90111,19.61083

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23