Wilamowice

Wilamowice is a municipality in Silesian Voivodeship located in Bielsko County, situated at approximately 257 meters above sea level. The area is home to various local administrative institutions, schools, and medical facilities that serve the resident population.

The municipality was founded around 1250 by settlers from Friesland following the Mongol invasions that devastated Poland and required rebuilding. This early settlement by people from Western Europe established the foundation for the area's unique cultural identity.

The local population speaks Wymysorys, a distinct Germanic dialect that differs from standard German and incorporates elements from Dutch, Polish, and English. This language remains active among a small number of native speakers and shapes the identity of the municipality.

The area is accessible to visitors interested in experiencing village life and local traditions. The warmer months are the best time to visit when the surroundings are more active and various community events take place.

Wymysorys is a language spoken only in this community, representing a fascinating blend of Germanic roots with Polish, Dutch, and English influences that developed over centuries. Linguists view it as a living record of cultural exchange between different European peoples.

Location: Gmina Wilamowice

Inception: 1250

Website: https://gmina.wilamowice.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.90000,19.15000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04