Brzeg Dolny, Municipality in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Brzeg Dolny is a municipality in Lower Silesian Voivodeship situated northwest of Wrocław along the Oder River. The town serves as an administrative center for 13 surrounding villages with a combined population of around 12,765 people.
Known until 1945 as Dyhernfurth under German control, the settlement became part of Poland following World War II and territorial reorganization. The transition marked a significant shift in the region's administration and identity.
Today the town maintains active partnerships with cities in France, Russia, and Ukraine that began in 2005, fostering cultural exchange with residents and visitors.
The town is located roughly 30 kilometers from Wrocław and is easily reached by car or bus. Visitors can walk along the Oder River and explore paths connecting to the surrounding villages.
The municipality blends urban and rural elements across multiple smaller settlements functioning as a single administrative system. This mix of town and countryside is characteristic of settlements around Wrocław.
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