Trzebnica

Trzebnica is a town near Wrocław situated on the eastern Trzebnickie Hills in the Lower Silesia region. It serves as the administrative center for the surrounding county and municipal district, with a medieval monastery sanctuary at its core.

In 1202, Duke Henry I the Bearded and Hedwig of Andechs founded the first Cistercian convent in Poland at this location. The monastery grew into a major religious and cultural center that shaped regional history for centuries to come.

The Sanctuary of St. Hedwig draws pilgrims who come to connect with Polish spiritual heritage and pay respect to royal figures buried here. People visit to experience the religious significance that has shaped the town's identity for centuries.

The town is easily navigable on foot, with the monastery sanctuary forming the focal point around which administrative buildings and local services cluster. Visitors should be aware that religious ceremonies take place and some areas may be restricted during certain times.

The Sisters of Mercy of St. Borromeo have operated a hospital on the former abbey grounds since 1870, continuing the site's tradition of care. This unbroken connection between religious life and medical service gives the place a distinctive character.

Location: Gmina Trzebnica

Inception: 13 century

Elevation above the sea: 160 m

Website: http://trzebnica.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.31056,17.06306

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:24