Opoczno

Opoczno is a town in Łódź Voivodeship built on rolling terrain with a central market square and streets branching outward. The town center retains its medieval framework, with buildings from different periods reflecting centuries of settlement.

The town received its charter in the mid-13th century and became an important administrative center for the region. In the late 19th century, ceramic manufacturing began and shaped the town's economic identity to this day.

The regional museum displays traditional folk costumes, crafts, and objects that reflect local heritage in central Poland. The collection shows how people here lived and what mattered to them in daily life.

A railway station from 1885 connects the town with larger centers and serves as the main arrival point for visitors using public transport. The town center is easy to explore on foot since it is compact and most places of interest are close together.

The town is known for ceramic tiles that are exported worldwide and continue a long craft tradition. Visitors can see production at several locations and learn how this craft technique has been preserved to this day.

Location: Gmina Opoczno

Inception: 14 century

Elevation above the sea: 190 m

Website: http://opoczno.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.38333,20.28333

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:26