Polkowice County

Polkowice County is an administrative district in Lower Silesian Voivodeship that spreads across a mixed landscape of towns and rural communities. The area is divided into several municipalities and contains both urban centers and villages, with a combined population of around 63,000 people.

This area received its current administrative structure in 1999 as part of a major overhaul of local government organization across Poland. The reform combined several older districts and created the current division into municipalities.

Pottery making has deep roots here, and you can still find craftspeople working with clay using time-honored methods. This tradition remains visible in the villages and shows how local skills have been passed down through generations.

Polkowice serves as the administrative hub where government services are based for the region. Be aware that the various communities are spread across a large area, so traveling between settlements takes time and planning.

The area sits above substantial copper deposits that have shaped mining activity for decades. This industry has significantly influenced the economic character and landscape of several communities in the region.

Location: Lower Silesian Voivodeship

Inception: 1999

Capital city: Polkowice

Shares border with: Żagań County, Głogów County, Bolesławiec County, Legnica County, Lubin County

Website: http://powiatpolkowicki.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.83333,16.08333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:21