Gorlice

Gorlice is an urban municipality in Lesser Poland Voivodeship in southeastern Poland, spreading across gentle hills between Jasło and Nowy Sącz. The settlement sits near the Carpathian range and serves as the administrative seat for the county of the same name, coordinating several smaller towns.

The settlement received town rights in 1354 during the reign of Casimir the Great and grew into a trading center in the region. After the partitions of Poland in the late 18th century, the town became part of Habsburg territory, shaping its development through the 20th century.

The town functions as a starting point for hikers exploring the forested hills of the region, with local restaurants lining the streets in the center. On weekends, residents gather at the central market square where vendors sell regional produce and craft goods.

The town offers several accommodations and restaurants for travelers exploring the surroundings or passing through toward the southern mountains. Visitors can plan to spend some time walking through the streets in the center and observing the architecture before heading to nearby destinations.

In May 1915, a large-scale breakthrough by the Central Powers took place here, shifting the eastern front line for several months. This advance changed the course of the war in the region and led to major territorial shifts in the following years.

Location: Gorlice County

Inception: 1354

Website: http://gorlice.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.65563,21.16035

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:19