Ryki County

Ryki County is an administrative district in Lublin Voivodeship spanning 615 square kilometers with two main towns, Ryki and Dęblin, and rural communities. The territory lies between Warsaw and Lublin and is divided into six administrative units, each with its own settlements and agricultural areas.

The area has roots in the ancient Sandomierz Voivodeship along the Vistula River and was restructured in its current form after the 1999 administrative reform. Historical borders were shaped by the river landscape that served as a natural link between settlements.

The district shows rural traditions that remain visible in its villages and smaller settlements. Local communities maintain their own customs and social patterns that shape daily life in this region.

Ryki, the administrative seat, is accessible via national roads and a railway station connecting the region to larger cities. Visitors should note that the area is reachable from Lublin or Warsaw, and exploring by car works best for visiting different parts.

Dęblin, one of the two main towns, is home to the Polish Air Force Academy that trains military pilots and gives the district strategic importance. This facility is one of few institutions of its kind in Poland and significantly shapes the town's profile.

Location: Lublin Voivodeship

Capital city: Ryki

Shares border with: Łuków County, Lubartów County, Puławy County, Kozienice County, Garwolin County

Website: http://ryki.powiat.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.63333,21.93333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:46