Myślenice County

Myślenice County is an administrative district in Lesser Poland Voivodeship comprising nine distinct gminas, including three urban-rural areas and six rural communities surrounding Kraków. The territory extends across a region south of the metropolis with varied settlement patterns.

The county was established in 1999 during Poland's administrative reforms, marking a fundamental change in local governance structures. This reorganization created the modern administrative boundaries that shape the region today.

The county preserves a Jewish cemetery dating from 1874, with original graves and memorial plaques that document the heritage of the local Jewish community.

The administrative center of Myślenice is located about 26 kilometers south of Kraków and offers good accessibility for visitors. The county is relatively compact, making it straightforward to explore by local transport or car.

The territory borders eight different counties, placing it at the center of the region. This position connects several distinct areas of Lesser Poland together.

Location: Lesser Poland Voivodeship

Capital city: Myślenice

Shares border with: Kraków County, Wieliczka County, Bochnia County, Limanowa County, Nowy Targ County, Sucha County, Wadowice County

Website: http://powiat-myslenice.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.83333,19.93333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:58