Olkusz County, Administrative district in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Olkusz County is an administrative district in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, located in southern Poland and containing multiple towns and settlements. The area features a mix of developed zones and rural landscapes shaped by centuries of mining activity.
The region originated in the 12th century as a zinc mining center, establishing the foundation for long-term economic growth. This mining tradition shaped settlement patterns and industrial development throughout the area.
The county maintains connections with partner towns across Europe, fostering cultural exchange and shared traditions among the communities. These relationships influence local identity and bring diverse perspectives to the region.
The area sits on major transportation routes connecting larger cities and has railway lines serving multiple regions. Visitors can navigate easily between settlements and access the wider region.
A major industrial facility produces zinc in the region using modern technology. This operation carries forward a craft tradition spanning more than 800 years, giving the place distinct economic character.
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Rabsztyn Castle
2.8 km
Kościół pw. Świętego Andrzeja Apostoła w Olkuszu
783 m
Kopiec Kościuszki w Olkuszu
1.3 km
Stary cmentarz w Olkuszu
786 m
African Museum Olkusz
753 mJanuszkowa Góra
4.5 km
Regional Museum of PTTK in Olkusz
676 m
Municipal Cultural Center
720 m
Bolesław
6.8 km
Podziemny Olkusz
667 m
Stary cmentarz żydowski w Olkuszu
1.1 km
Nowy cmentarz żydowski w Olkuszu
1.5 km
Wladyslaw Wołkowski Creativity Museum
768 m
Chata Kocjana
2.9 km
Błędow Desert Bunker
6.9 km
Kościół parafialny św. Andrzeja w Olkuszu
775 m
Kamienica, tzw. Batorówka, ob. Muzeum PTTK, XVI
625 m
Rynek 25
627 m
Rynek 30
669 m
Rynek 29
661 m
Rynek 26
647 m
Relikty ratusza (piwnice)
667 m
Relikty średniowiecznej zabudowy miejskiej
724 m
Kaplica św. Jana Kantego w Olkuszu
817 m
Bell Tower of Saint Andrew Basilica in Olkusz
813 m
Exterior of the Basilica of Saint Andrew in Olkusz
775 m
Pałac Dietlów
5.9 km
Kaplica św. Barbary w Bukownie
6.9 km
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